One of the biggest games in the Liga MX season comes up, with a build-up such for Cruz Azul vs Club América. The fans and pundits wait anxiously as they look forward to seeing how these two teams make out on the field in their respective lineups and strategies. We are going to take a close view of the Club América vs Cruz Azul Lineups, team news, and prediction for this game. Let’s begin with an analysis of the battle between two of Mexico’s most historic football clubs.
Club América vs Cruz Azul Lineups
Both teams are claiming pride of place on their bench as they have the best footballers in Mexico, and this match promises to be a grudge battle for both. Here are the possible starting lineups for the two teams.
Cruz Azul Predicted Lineup
- Goalkeeper (GK): Kevin Mier (23)
- Defenders (DF):
- Gonzalo Piovi (33)
- Willer Ditta (4)
- Erik Lira (6)
- Midfielders (MF):
- Jorge Sánchez (2)
- Lorenzo Faravelli (8)
- Luis Romo (27)
- Alexis Gutiérrez (14)
- Carlos Rotondi (29)
- Forwards (FW):
- Ángel Sepúlveda (9)
- Giorgos Giakoumakis (11)
Club América Predicted Lineup
- Goalkeeper (GK): Luis Malagón (1)
- Defenders (DF):
- Néstor Araujo (14)
- Sebastián Cáceres (4)
- Israel Reyes (3)
- Midfielders (MF):
- Jonathan Dos Santos (6)
- Álvaro Fidalgo (8)
- Richard Sánchez (20)
- Cristián Borja (26)
- Forwards (FW):
- Diego Valdés (10)
- Brian Rodríguez (7)
- Henry Martín (21)
Both teams have come up with lineups that are piled with fire power, experience and sense, and this will lead to a match from beginning to end.
Cruz Azul vs Club América: Team News
Cruz Azul Team news
Cruz Azul starts the game with a mix of veteran players and the young talent. This side is investing in Giorgos Giakoumakis, which will add a bit of weightage to the front line where the Greek forward has done some real damage in his previous leagues. Behind them is Kevin Mier, who has been a solid pair of hands, providing good shot-stopping abil.
Two creative and multi-dimensional players are headed to the team Luis Romo, who can orchestrate attacks from a box or defensive position with his recovery both in terms of attacking and defensive recoveries, and Lorenzo Faravelli, who controls the ball so well and possesses great passing range.
The defenses, Willer Ditta (4) and Gonzalo Piovi (33), will be on full alert for Club América’s lineup of attacking frontliners. Erik Lira, defensive midfielder, breaks the defense apart and shut the backs of the defenders.
Club América team news
Powerhouse Club América, often called the “Giants of Mexico,” will once again feel the burden of fantastic leadership up front in attacking threat Henry Martín (21). This was always always, strike force and Mr. goal danger, even if there isn’t much else to go to the gate. Brian Rodríguez (7) and Diego Valdés (10) complement well into an intimidating attacking triad which is likely to break any defense.
Álvaro Fidalgo (8) and Richard Sánchez (20) are going to have a good time in the center of the field, because these two players will provide a solid link between when it’s a question of distributing possession forward and when it’s about absorbing the pace of the match. Fidalgo is an attacking playmaker, with vision and technical gift making him a thorn in the flesh. Sánchez arrives with steel and precision in his tackling and passing range.
Club América would benefit highly with two solid anchor players to man the defense Néstor Araujo (14), and Israel Reyes (3), though both are good in the air and very capable of controlling Cruz Azul’s forward pairs. Luis Malagón (1), would be a good goalunder for Club América, having played solidly so far in the season and would make all the difference in keeping the attacks away from Cruz Azul’s goal.
Club América vs Cruz Azul Prediction
This is another game where both clubs full of talent in attack would want to win the center of the game so might predict a highly debated battle. Club América seems pretty well placed with deep midfield action and Henry Martín’s option in each flank for one-twos down the lines. Ángel Sepúlveda and Giorgos Giakoumakis can help Cruz Azul catch an early counter, while Willer Ditta and Gonzalo Piovi have been quite impressive on the defensive front.
Prediction:
Club América to win by 2-1.
Cruz Azul have the quality to disturb Club América’s balance but the home side possesses a more deadly attack and a more robust midfield that can seal a narrow 1-0 victory.
Players to Watch
Club América
- Henry Martín: The Mexican international is in great shape and will be the catalyst to break open the defense of Cruz Azul. His attacking leadership and his deadball finishing make him the most threatening player on the field.
- Álvaro Fidalgo: Fidalgo will play like a conductor in midfield, dictating the attack of Club América. Expect quality crosses into the final third from him that could yield scores.
Cruz Azul
- Giorgos Giakoumakis: The Greek forward will be a constant pain for the defense of Club América with the physical threats accompanied by air ability. Giakoumakis will look to score more and be featured in the must-win match.
- Luis Romo: He will be that midfield spark plug for Cruz Azul when he makes the transition from defense into an attack and plays big in how they get a result.
Final Thoughts
It’s always a charged match between Club América and Cruz Azul, as the two battle to conquer bragging rights at each other’s expense for generations. Talented on both sides, the tactical warfare between these two teams will be worth watching. Club América’s balanced squad has a slight edge over Cruz Azul’s in terms of depth and talent; however, in football, as seen time and again, anything can happen. So, here’s something that promises to be yet another thrilling encounter!
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