Liga MX Apertura - 3
Necaxa 1 - 1 FT Club America
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
J. Zuniga (A. H. Gutierrez Torres) 26'
43' D. Cambindo
HT
Cristián Borja 46'
Luis Malagón 58'
↓ K. Alvarez ↑A. Zendejas 65'
↓ V. Davila ↑R. Aguirre 65'
70' ↓ R. Monreal ↑A. Andrade
70' ↓ J. Rojas ↑P. Perez
↓ A. H. Gutierrez Torres ↑B. Rodriguez 76'
↓ J. Zuniga ↑H. Martin 76'
Brian Rodríguez 86'
86' ↓ D. Cambindo ↑T. Badaloni
90'+2 ↓ A. Palavecino ↑R. Sanchez
↓ A. Fidalgo ↑J. dos Santos 90'+3
90'+7 José Rodríguez
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Necaxa
Goalkeepers
E. Unsain 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
K. Rosero 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
T. Jacob
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Pena
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Calderon 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
D. De Buen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Monreal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
I. Rodriguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Palavecino 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
39%
Pass Acc
J. Rojas
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Forwards
D. Cambindo 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
L. Jimenez 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
E. Martinez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jesus Alcantar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Montes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Rossano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Andrade
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Perez
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
R. Cortez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Badaloni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Sanchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Club America
Goalkeepers
L. Malagon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
K. Alvarez
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
I. Reyes 
MAGNET
93
Activity
93
Activity
86
Passes
7
Duels
R. Juarez 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
67%
Duel Win %
C. Borja
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
49%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
A. Cervantes
MAGNET
65
Activity
65
Activity
54
Passes
11
Duels
A. Fidalgo
MAGNET
99
Activity
99
Activity
93
Passes
6
Duels
V. Davila
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
A. H. Gutierrez Torres 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7.7
Rating
I. Violante
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
J. Zuniga
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
R. Cota
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
R. Orquin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Vazquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. dos Santos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Sanchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Espinoza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Zendejas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Rodriguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Martin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Aguirre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/27/2025 | Necaxa | 1 - 1 | Club America | Liga MX | Estadio Victoria |
| 02/15/2025 | Club America | 2 - 3 | Necaxa | Liga MX | Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes |
| 09/22/2024 | Necaxa | 1 - 1 | Club America | Liga MX | Estadio Victoria |
| 01/28/2024 | Necaxa | 0 - 0 | Club America | Liga MX | Estadio Victoria |
| 08/24/2023 | Club America | 3 - 2 | Necaxa | Liga MX | Estadio Azteca |
| 02/11/2023 | Club America | 2 - 1 | Necaxa | Liga MX | Estadio Azteca |
07/27/2025
02/15/2025
09/22/2024
01/28/2024
08/24/2023
02/11/2023
Necaxa Win
Club America Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -1
League Standings
P: 17 GD: +17
P: 17 GD: +16
P: 17 GD: +13
P: 17 GD: +6
P: 17 GD: +12
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: +10
P: 17 GD: +3
P: 17 GD: +2
P: 17 GD: -10
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -15
P: 17 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
A Shooting Gallery at Estadio Victoria Ends Level
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 33/100. A relentless clash of styles saw overwhelming possession meet swift counter-attacks, leaving both sides to settle for a hard-fought point.
Early Authority
The visitors arrived with a clear mandate to dictate the tempo. Club America dominated possession with a commanding 66% share of the ball, forcing their hosts into a deep defensive block. That sustained pressure yielded an early dividend. In the 26th minute, A. H. Gutierrez Torres unlocked the defence with a precise setup, allowing J. Zuniga to slot home the opener. The sheer Intensity of the visitors' early attacking phases made it look like a long night was in store for the home crowd, as they seamlessly controlled the pitch's central zones.
The Counter Punch
Instead of folding, the hosts turned the fixture into a breathless shootout. A staggering combined 30 shots turned the stadium into a shooting gallery, supported by relentless set-piece pressure from 11 corners. The Balance of power shifted dramatically just before the interval. Sensing blood, D. Cambindo found the back of the net in the 43rd minute, dragging Necaxa level and totally rewriting the script. This crucial equaliser rewarded their direct, aggressive response to falling behind, proving that possession statistics only tell half the story.
Midfield Stalemate
The second half evolved into a fascinating tactical struggle. While the visitors probed for weaknesses, the hosts relied on the brilliance of Agustín Palavecino, who orchestrated the resistance with four key passes and a commanding midfield display. Neither side could find the elusive winner despite the offensive flurry. The Stakes remain high as this draw keeps Club America hovering in the playoff zone, while Necaxa remains anchored in mid-table, knowing they proved their mettle against one of the league's heavyweights.
Key Questions
Who scored the goals in this fixture?
J. Zuniga opened the scoring for Club America in the 26th minute, before D. Cambindo equalised for Necaxa in the 43rd minute.
Who was the standout performer?
Necaxa's Agustín Palavecino earned the standout honours, dictating the midfield battles and providing four key passes to drive his team forward.
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.
Mid-Table Malaise Offers Little Intrigue
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 28/100. An uninspiring clash between two wildly inconsistent sides sitting outside the elite bracket of Liga MX.
The Setup
On July 27, 2025, Estadio Victoria hosts a fixture that lacks the usual blockbuster appeal associated with the away side. Club America, typically a heavyweight demanding attention, look thoroughly average sitting in 8th place on 17 points. The hosts, Necaxa, are faring even worse, trailing in 11th with 13 points. Unsurprisingly, the Stakes for this encounter are remarkably low, serving merely as an exercise in damage limitation for two underperforming managers. A dismal Form rating tells the story of both sides' recent struggles; Necaxa have lost three on the spin (WDLLL), while America's recent outings (LWWLL) display a total inability to string results together. The competitive Balance of the match points toward a messy, disjointed affair rather than a tactical chess match, as neither squad has managed to establish domestic dominance.
Key Battle
If there is a spark to be found, it will be in the individual duels. Agustín Palavecino is tasked with unpicking locks for Necaxa from midfield. He will be attempting to outshine the visitors' primary attacking outlet, Brian Rodríguez. In terms of sheer Stars quality on the pitch, Rodríguez is the glaring standout in a match otherwise devoid of top-tier inspiration.
Our Prediction
A dreary 1-1 draw. We expect Necaxa to sit deep and absorb pressure, while a creatively bankrupt Club America will pass the ball aimlessly in front of them, leading to a stalemate that suits neither party.