MEXICO CITY – Cruz Azul delivered a football masterclass by defeating América 4-1 in the highly anticipated Clásico Joven, part of the Liga MX’s Matchday 6. The match, held at the Estadio de la Ciudad de los Deportes, was marked by moments of high tension and controversy, but ultimately, La Máquina overwhelmed their fierce rivals.
América Takes the Lead with Controversial Goal
The match began with a controversial goal from América’s Brian Rodríguez. Initially ruled offside, the decision was overturned after a VAR review, giving América the lead. This goal sparked controversy and frustration among Cruz Azul players and fans alike.
Cruz Azul Fires Back and Crushes América
Far from being discouraged, Cruz Azul responded decisively. Greek forward Giorgios Giakoumakis equalized the match with a precise header, and from that point on, La Máquina was unstoppable. Goals from Sepúlveda, Gutiérrez, and Lorenzo Faravelli completed the rout, leaving América without an answer.
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Diego Valdés Injury, A Key Factor
A key factor in América’s downfall was the injury to Chilean midfielder Diego Valdés. His early departure from the pitch left the team weakened in the midfield, a vulnerability that Cruz Azul exploited to dominate the game and secure a resounding victory.
