2024-11-02 05:36:00
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Four first-half goals were enough for two-time champions América to beat Mazatlan 5-0 on Friday to move into Mexico’s opener for direct promotion to the league. area.
Henry Martin scored two goals in the fourth minute of injury time in the first half to reach 25 goals. Rodriguez scored in the 29th, Bryan Rodriguez added in the 35th and Israel Reyes added the fifth in the 78th to keep the Blues unbeaten for a fifth straight day , achieved two consecutive victories.
The Eagles moved up to sixth place with 24 points. The defending champions are awaiting further results to establish a date for whether they will be able to close control of the direct passage.
Only three points separate America and ninth-placed Chivas. Guadalajara will face Pumas this Saturday.
Martin ended five days without a goal thanks to the intrusion of Aguirre, who gave up a delayed diagonal after goalkeeper Hugo Gonzalez put pressure on him, allowing the forward to A shot was taken with the door open to start the game.
Uruguayan Aguirre scored his fifth goal of the season with a low cross from the edge of the area, and after a collective performance from the Aguilas, American Alejandro Zendejas converted The back heel breaks the ball into the goal.
Rodriguez pushed the ball across the goal line in play and Zendejas added to the victory with a lob as the ball landed near the near post. The Uruguayan didn’t waste the opportunity, scoring his fourth goal of the tournament.
In the final seconds before half-time, Martin scored his second double of the season, taking his tally to seven. He was again unmarked in the penalty area and was fired into the net by Colombian Cristian Borja.
The U.S. slowed down the pace in the second half but found itself slightly off the pace, with Israeli Reyes receiving a filtered pass from Chilean Diego Valdez to complete a half-turn and score his fifth.
Mazatlán was shocked in front of their fans, suffering their first defeat at home this season. Their best option was Luis Sanchez’s header which hit the crossbar late in the game.
The Canioneros are ranked 14th with 13 points.
Nicolas Ibáñez (34th minute), Juan Brunetta (58th minute) and Marcelo Flores (82nd minute) scored as Tigres easily defeated Tigres 3-0. Warner, this result will become one of the direct qualifying matches for the league
After 15 days of competition, the Cats were in third place with 30 units. Tigres would link up with the league with a direct pass in the next day’s match against Toluca.
The Xolos suffered their first home defeat of the tournament and sit fifth with 25 points.
In the other match, Ciudad Juárez beat Queretaro 2-1, a matchup between teams that had no chance of even reaching the play-off stage.
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**Interview with Sports Analyst Felipe Torres on the Recent Liga BBVA MX Match**
*Interviewer: Good morning, Felipe! Thank you for joining us today to discuss the thrilling match between Club América and Mazatlán FC. What stood out to you about América’s performance?*
**Felipe Torres:** Good morning! It’s great to be here. América’s performance was nothing short of impressive. They demonstrated a dominant first half, scoring four goals and displaying exceptional teamwork. Henry Martin’s contribution, with two goals—especially one just before half-time—really set the tone for the match.
*Interviewer: Yes, Martin’s goals were crucial. How important is his scoring ability for the team?*
**Felipe Torres:** Absolutely, Henry Martin is vital for América. Reaching 25 goals is a testament to his skill and consistency. His ability to find the net not only boosts his confidence but also uplifts the entire squad. When he’s on form, you can see the other players respond positively.
*Interviewer: You mentioned teamwork. Could you elaborate on how the collective effort played a role in their victory?*
**Felipe Torres:** Certainly! Throughout the match, we could see players like Bryan Rodriguez and Israel Reyes contributing to the build-up play. Their interactions and quick passing created openings in Mazatlán’s defense. The low cross from Aguirre for one of the goals highlighted their ability to work as a unit. A cohesive front line is key to maintaining pressure on opponents.
*Interviewer: With this victory, América moves up to sixth place. What does this mean for their aspirations in the league?*
**Felipe Torres:** This win is significant for América as they inch closer to securing a direct promotion spot. With only three points separating them from ninth place, every match is crucial. They’re in a strong position, and if they continue this form, they could very well solidify a spot for promotion.
*Interviewer: What should we expect from America moving forward? Do you think they can maintain this momentum?*
**Felipe Torres:** If they keep up this level of intensity and defensive solidity, I believe they can. The next few matches will be telling. They need to manage their games wisely, maintain their fitness, and capitalize on their attacking strengths. If they can do that, América will be a force to contend with in the upcoming fixtures.
*Interviewer: Thank you, Felipe, for your insights! It’s always a pleasure to discuss football with you.*
**Felipe Torres:** Thank you for having me! I’m looking forward to the rest of the season!
