América Prepares for Chelsea Showdown Ahead of Leagues Cup

The América soccer team is gearing up for two friendly matches before they kick off their participation in the upcoming Leagues Cup. Their first match will be against the Chelsea team from the Premier League.

After a mixed start in the Torneo Apertura 2024, where they sit in ninth place with two victories and two losses, América is looking for a solid performance against the English squad. André Jardine, the team’s coach, mentioned that there isn’t much time for vacation and emphasized the importance of the break to recover players and adapt to new team members.

Jardine expressed confidence, stating, “We want to make the best of this opportunity. We have players coming back, and others adjusting to the club, so this break is beneficial for us.” As they prepare for these friendly matches, they aim to be ready to fight for points in the Liga MX upon their return.

Given that América is the reigning champion of Liga MX, they have a direct spot in the Octavos de Final of the Leagues Cup and can use this time to hone their skills before real competition resumes.

Historically, América has faced Chelsea three times, and the results have never gone in their favor. The last matchup was in 2022, which ended in a 2-1 win for the Blues. The upcoming match will take place at the Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, on July 31st, kicking off at 5:30 PM in Mexico City.

Fans in the United States can catch the action live through ESPN Deportes, making it exciting for both clubs’ supporters as they watch the stars of both sides clash on the field.