America Completes Comeback Against Atlas in Thrilling Match

GUADALAJARA, Mexico — In a thrilling encounter at Estadio Jalisco, Club América secured a decisive 3-1 victory over Atlas on March 15, 2025, showcasing their attacking prowess and resilience as they continue their pursuit for the Liga MX title.

The match kicked off with both teams searching for an early advantage, but it was América who struck first. In the 44th minute, Rodrigo Aguirre found the net, following a setup from Erick Sanchez, sending América into halftime with a 1-0 lead.

“We knew we had to come out strong, and that goal gave us the confidence we needed going into the second half,” Aguirre said post-match.

Aguirre continued to shine, scoring again just minutes after the restart in the 40th minute, doubling América’s lead. Cristian Calderón assisted, delivering a well-placed cross that Aguirre converted with precision, putting the visitors ahead 2-0.

In a stunning display of skill, Uros Durdevic briefly closed the gap for Atlas with a powerful long-range effort in the 25th minute, making the score 2-1. The home crowd erupted with excitement, hoping for a comeback.

Despite Atlas’s efforts, América’s Kevin Alvarez responded swiftly, putting the game out of reach with a third goal in the 16th minute, following a set piece executed by Alejandro Zendejas. Alvarez’s quick reflexes allowed him to push the ball past Atlas goalkeeper Camilo Vargas with ease.

“Every goal counts, and I’m just glad we were able to contribute to this important win,” Alvarez commented after the match.

Though Atlas pressed forward for more, they struggled to contain América’s attacking play, resulting in a flurry of saved attempts and near misses. Luis Angel Malagon, goalkeeper for América, delivered an impressive performance, thwarting several key shots from Atlas.

América’s victory strengthened their position in the league standings, securing 24 points from seven wins this season. With multiple substitutions made in the final minutes, including the introduction of Victor Davila and Cristian Borja, América showcased their depth and strategic substitutions as they managed to control the match’s pace.

Atlas, now sitting thirteenth in the league with 13 points, faces an uphill battle as they strive to climb the standings in the closing stages of the regular season. Team Coach Gonzalo Pineda acknowledged the struggle of his squad during the match.

“We have to regroup and focus on our next matches. Today’s result is not what we aimed for, but we need to learn from it,” Pineda said.

As both teams eye their future schedules, the win for América becomes vital not just for league standings but also as a confidence booster heading into the next fixtures.