Liga MX Apertura - 16

Club America 2 - 0 FT Leon

Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes

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Futmetrix Verdict
26
FT
Sun, Nov 2
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Club America
2-0
Leon
⚡ Intensity 25
⚖️ Balance 13
🏆 Stakes 0
🎲 Upset 0
Saint-Maximin sparks crucial capital city victory.

Club America Break Leon's Resistance in Capital City Clash

Skip It Futmetrix Score: 26/100. An overwhelming offensive display propelled the hosts into firmer playoff contention, leaving the visitors searching for answers after a blunt attacking performance.

Early Mexican Standoff

Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes hosted a fascinating clash of styles that immediately set the tone for this crucial Liga MX encounter. While Leon narrowly edged possession with 54% of the ball during the early exchanges, they completely lacked bite in the final third. Instead, it was Club America who dictated the tempo through a sheer volume of chances. A high Intensity rating reflects the hosts' relentless attacking siege, firing an impressive 19 shots overall to turn the pitch into a veritable shooting gallery. Brian Rodríguez emerged as the creative fulcrum for the home side, pulling the strings in midfield and delivering incisive key passes that kept the visitors firmly pinned deep in their own half.

Saint-Maximin Breaks the Block

Despite the constant barrage from the home side, the breakthrough took a frustratingly long time to materialize. This delay was almost entirely due to the heroic efforts of Oscar García between the sticks. The Leon goalkeeper was an absolute one-man wall, pulling off six crucial saves to frustrate the attackers and maintain the delicate Balance of the tie. He single-handedly kept his team in the contest when they looked certain to fold under the pressure. However, the defensive dam finally burst in the 58th minute. A. Saint-Maximin, an ever-present menace operating on the flanks, finally found the pocket of space he desperately needed. He rifled home a superb finish, completely shattering the visitors' stubborn defensive block and dramatically shifting the entire momentum of the encounter toward the hosts.

Aguirre Seals the Deal

Forced to abandon their conservative shape and chase the game, the visitors inevitably left glaring gaps at the back. Their solitary shot on target throughout the entire ninety minutes heavily highlighted their ongoing attacking woes and inability to threaten. The Stakes were remarkably high for the hosts to consolidate their coveted playoff spot, and they certainly didn't disappoint their passionate supporters. In the 84th minute, R. Aguirre capitalized brilliantly on the increasingly stretched and exhausted defense to double the lead, emphatically putting the result beyond any reasonable doubt. This clinical 2-0 victory provides a massive and timely boost to their post-season ambitions, firmly establishing their serious credentials as they continue to climb toward the higher echelons of the top eight.

Key Questions

What made Allan Saint-Maximin the Man of the Match?

Saint-Maximin was the decisive attacking force, breaking the deadlock in the 58th minute with a crucial goal and constantly threatening defenders to earn a stellar 8.5 rating.

What is the Futmetrix Score?

The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.

Match Statistics

Possession
46%
54%
Club America 46%
Leon 54%
Shots
19
6
Club America 19
Leon 6
Shots on Target
8
1
Club America 8
Leon 1
Expected Goals (xG)
0.93
0.60
Club America 0.93
Leon 0.60
Passes
373
456
Club America 373
Leon 456
Pass Accuracy
85%
85%
Club America 85%
Leon 85%
Corners
8
2
Club America 8
Leon 2
Fouls
12
10
Club America 12
Leon 10
Yellow Cards
1
2
Club America 1
Leon 2
Red Cards
0
0
Club America 0
Leon 0

Match Events

David Ramírez 🟨 30'
HT
E. Rodriguez J. Cortizo 🔄 69'
D. Ramirez S. Santos 🔄 69'
I. Moreno C. Cisneros 🔄 74'
José Alvarado 🟨 75'
80' 🔄 E. Sanchez J. dos Santos
80' 🔄 A. Saint-Maximin P. Salas
84' R. Aguirre
F. Beltran Cruz A. Estrada 🔄 85'
A. Alvarado E. Ayon 🔄 85'
88' 🔄 A. Fidalgo A. Cervantes
88' 🔄 R. Aguirre V. Davila
90'+2 🔄 S. Caceres R. Juarez
90'+4 🟨 Luis Malagón
FT

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

Club America

Goalkeepers
L. Malagon
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
K. Alvarez
WALL
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
55%
Duel Win %
S. Caceres
NPC
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
30%
Pass Acc
6.6
Rating
I. Lichnovsky
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
C. Borja
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
25%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
E. Sanchez
ENFORCER
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
7
Duels Won
78%
Win %
I. Reyes
MAGNET
MAGNET
61
Activity
61
Activity
54
Passes
7
Duels
B. Rodriguez
DRIBBLER
DRIBBLER
6
Dribbles
6
Dribbles
6
Attempts
100%
Success %
A. Fidalgo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Saint-Maximin
FINISHER
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
8.5
Rating
Forwards
R. Aguirre
CLOSER
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
BENCH
R. Cota
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
R. Orquin
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Juarez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Vazquez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. dos Santos
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Cervantes
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. H. Gutierrez Torres
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Arriaga
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Davila
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Salas
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry

Leon

Goalkeepers
O. Garcia
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
D. Ramirez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
S. Barreiro
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Echeverria
WALL
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
57%
Duel Win %
S. Reyes
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
F. Beltran Cruz
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
I. Moreno
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
74
Entry
N. Fonseca
MAGNET
MAGNET
73
Activity
73
Activity
62
Passes
11
Duels
E. Rodriguez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
Forwards
J. Rodriguez
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
53%
Pass Acc
A. Alvarado
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
BENCH
O. Jimenez
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
V. Gauthier
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Medina
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Villa
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Bellon
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Cortizo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Cisneros
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Estrada
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Santos
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Ayon
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
11/02/2025 Club America 2 - 0 Leon Liga MX Estadio Azteca
02/20/2025 Club America 1 - 1 Leon Liga MX Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes
10/06/2024 Leon 1 - 1 Club America Liga MX Estadio León
02/11/2024 Leon 0 - 1 Club America Liga MX Estadio León
12/03/2023 Club America 2 - 0 Leon Liga MX Estadio Azteca
11/30/2023 León 2 - 2 Club America Liga MX Estadio León
11/02/2025
Liga MX Estadio Azteca
02/20/2025
Liga MX Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes
10/06/2024
Liga MX Estadio León
02/11/2024
Liga MX Estadio León
12/03/2023
Liga MX Estadio Azteca
11/30/2023
Liga MX Estadio León
Club America Win
Leon Win
Draw

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Cruz Azul 16 35 30 17 +13 WPuebla 0 - 3 Cruz Azul (01-11-2025)WCruz Azul 2 - 0 Monterrey (26-10-2025)DNecaxa 1 - 1 Cruz Azul (22-10-2025)WCruz Azul 2 - 1 Club America (19-10-2025)DTigres UANL 1 - 1 Cruz Azul (05-10-2025)
2 Toluca 16 34 41 18 +23 DAtlas 0 - 0 Toluca (01-11-2025)DToluca 2 - 2 Pachuca (27-10-2025)DClub Tijuana 0 - 0 Toluca (23-10-2025)WToluca 4 - 0 Club Queretaro (18-10-2025)WLeon 2 - 4 Toluca (05-10-2025)
3 Club America 16 34 33 16 +17 WClub America 2 - 0 Leon (02-11-2025)DMazatlán 2 - 2 Club America (25-10-2025)WClub America 2 - 1 Puebla (22-10-2025)LCruz Azul 2 - 1 Club America (19-10-2025)WClub America 3 - 0 Santos Laguna (05-10-2025)
4 Tigres UANL 16 33 32 15 +17 DMonterrey 1 - 1 Tigres UANL (02-11-2025)WTigres UANL 2 - 0 Club Tijuana (25-10-2025)WPachuca 1 - 2 Tigres UANL (23-10-2025)WTigres UANL 5 - 3 Necaxa (18-10-2025)DTigres UANL 1 - 1 Cruz Azul (05-10-2025)
5 Monterrey 16 31 31 25 +6 DMonterrey 1 - 1 Tigres UANL (02-11-2025)LCruz Azul 2 - 0 Monterrey (26-10-2025)WMonterrey 4 - 2 FC Juarez (22-10-2025)DMonterrey 1 - 1 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (19-10-2025)DClub Tijuana 2 - 2 Monterrey (06-10-2025)
6 Guadalajara Chivas 16 26 25 20 +5 WPachuca 0 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (03-11-2025)WGuadalajara Chivas 4 - 1 Atlas (26-10-2025)LClub Queretaro 1 - 0 Guadalajara Chivas (23-10-2025)WGuadalajara Chivas 2 - 0 Mazatlán (19-10-2025)WU.N.A.M. - Pumas 1 - 2 Guadalajara Chivas (06-10-2025)
7 FC Juarez 16 23 26 26 0 WAtletico San Luis 1 - 2 FC Juarez (01-11-2025)DFC Juarez 4 - 4 Puebla (25-10-2025)LMonterrey 4 - 2 FC Juarez (22-10-2025)DFC Juarez 2 - 2 Pachuca (18-10-2025)LAtlas 3 - 1 FC Juarez (04-10-2025)
8 Pachuca 16 22 21 20 +1 LPachuca 0 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (03-11-2025)DToluca 2 - 2 Pachuca (27-10-2025)LPachuca 1 - 2 Tigres UANL (23-10-2025)DFC Juarez 2 - 2 Pachuca (18-10-2025)WNecaxa 0 - 1 Pachuca (04-10-2025)
9 Club Tijuana 16 21 27 23 +4 LU.N.A.M. - Pumas 4 - 1 Club Tijuana (02-11-2025)LTigres UANL 2 - 0 Club Tijuana (25-10-2025)DClub Tijuana 0 - 0 Toluca (23-10-2025)LPuebla 4 - 3 Club Tijuana (18-10-2025)DClub Tijuana 2 - 2 Monterrey (06-10-2025)
10 U.N.A.M. - Pumas 16 18 21 23 -2 WU.N.A.M. - Pumas 4 - 1 Club Tijuana (02-11-2025)DLeon 1 - 1 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (26-10-2025)LU.N.A.M. - Pumas 0 - 1 Atletico San Luis (23-10-2025)DMonterrey 1 - 1 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (19-10-2025)LU.N.A.M. - Pumas 1 - 2 Guadalajara Chivas (06-10-2025)
11 Santos Laguna 16 17 21 28 -7 LNecaxa 4 - 1 Santos Laguna (01-11-2025)WSantos Laguna 3 - 1 Club Queretaro (26-10-2025)DMazatlán 2 - 2 Santos Laguna (22-10-2025)WSantos Laguna 2 - 0 Leon (18-10-2025)LClub America 3 - 0 Santos Laguna (05-10-2025)
12 Atlas 16 17 24 33 -9 DAtlas 0 - 0 Toluca (01-11-2025)LGuadalajara Chivas 4 - 1 Atlas (26-10-2025)WAtlas 2 - 0 Leon (23-10-2025)LAtletico San Luis 2 - 0 Atlas (18-10-2025)WAtlas 3 - 1 FC Juarez (04-10-2025)
13 Club Queretaro 16 17 17 28 -11 WClub Queretaro 1 - 0 Mazatlán (02-11-2025)LSantos Laguna 3 - 1 Club Queretaro (26-10-2025)WClub Queretaro 1 - 0 Guadalajara Chivas (23-10-2025)LToluca 4 - 0 Club Queretaro (18-10-2025)WClub Queretaro 3 - 1 Puebla (04-10-2025)
14 Atletico San Luis 16 16 24 26 -2 LAtletico San Luis 1 - 2 FC Juarez (01-11-2025)LAtletico San Luis 3 - 4 Necaxa (27-10-2025)WU.N.A.M. - Pumas 0 - 1 Atletico San Luis (23-10-2025)WAtletico San Luis 2 - 0 Atlas (18-10-2025)LMazatlán 2 - 1 Atletico San Luis (04-10-2025)
15 Necaxa 16 16 23 31 -8 WNecaxa 4 - 1 Santos Laguna (01-11-2025)WAtletico San Luis 3 - 4 Necaxa (27-10-2025)DNecaxa 1 - 1 Cruz Azul (22-10-2025)LTigres UANL 5 - 3 Necaxa (18-10-2025)LNecaxa 0 - 1 Pachuca (04-10-2025)
16 Mazatlán 16 13 19 28 -9 LClub Queretaro 1 - 0 Mazatlán (02-11-2025)DMazatlán 2 - 2 Club America (25-10-2025)DMazatlán 2 - 2 Santos Laguna (22-10-2025)LGuadalajara Chivas 2 - 0 Mazatlán (19-10-2025)WMazatlán 2 - 1 Atletico San Luis (04-10-2025)
17 Leon 16 13 13 29 -16 LClub America 2 - 0 Leon (02-11-2025)DLeon 1 - 1 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (26-10-2025)LAtlas 2 - 0 Leon (23-10-2025)LSantos Laguna 2 - 0 Leon (18-10-2025)LLeon 2 - 4 Toluca (05-10-2025)
18 Puebla 16 9 19 41 -22 LPuebla 0 - 3 Cruz Azul (01-11-2025)DFC Juarez 4 - 4 Puebla (25-10-2025)LClub America 2 - 1 Puebla (22-10-2025)WPuebla 4 - 3 Club Tijuana (18-10-2025)LClub Queretaro 3 - 1 Puebla (04-10-2025)