The rivalry between Club América and Atlas F.C. is one of the oldest and most heated in Mexico’s Liga MX. Both teams have long held a storied history within the league, with Club América emerging as the more successful team. However, with the recent changes in their respective lineups, it appears that this time it could be Atlas F.C.’s turn to take home the championship title. In this blog post, we will be taking a look at both teams’ rosters and breaking down who might come out on top when they face off against each other once again.
Club América
Club América has had a strong start to their Clausura campaign, winning four of their first six matches. Their most recent victory was a 2-1 come-from-behind win against Pachuca. Club América will look to continue their winning ways when they take on Atlas F.C. on Saturday night.
Atlas F.C. has also had a solid start to the Clausura, winning three of their first six matches. Their most recent victory was a 2-0 win over Tigres UANL. Atlas will be looking to build on that momentum when they face off against Club América on Saturday night.
So, who will win this match? Let’s take a look at the lineups for both teams:
Club América:
GK: Agustin Marchesin
DEF: Luis Reyes, Pablo Aguilar, Emanuel Aguilera, Jorge Sanchez
MID: Andres Guardado, Guido Rodriguez, Mateus Uribe
FWD: Nicolas Castillo, Henry Martin, Federico Vinas
Atlas F.C.:
GK: Jose Rodriguez
DEF: Jair Pereira, Sebastian Vieira, Juan Carlos Medina MID: Rafael Ortega , Luis Robles , Diego Lainez FW: Cristian Tabo , Ludovic Sylvestre , Bryan Garnica
Atlas F.C
Atlas F.C., one of Mexico’s oldest and most storied clubs, will take on Club América in the Liga MX final this Sunday. Here’s a look at the two lineups:
Club América:
Goalkeeper: Hugo Gonzalez
Defenders: Luis Reyes, Paul Aguilar, Bruno Valdez, Oswaldo Alanis
Midfielders: Edson Alvarez, Mateus Uribe, Guido Rodriguez
Forwards: Nico Castillo,Roger Martinez, Henry Martin
Atlas F.C.:
Goalkeeper: Jose Rodriguez
Defenders: Jair Miranda, Rafael Marquez, Facundo Erpen, Edgar Zaldivar
Midfielders: Juan Pablo Vigonzzi , Nicolas Medina , Cristian Sanchez , Matias Alustiza Forwards: Milton Caraglio , Rodolfo Salinas
Pros and Cons for each team
When it comes to the Liga MX final, there is no easy prediction. Club America and Atlas FC both have strong squads that could take home the trophy. However, we’ve taken a look at the lineups for each team and broken down the pros and cons for each side.
Club América:
Pros:
-One of the most successful teams in Liga MX history, with 13 titles to their name.
-Have some of the best players in the league, including Oribe Peralta, Darwin Quintero, and Rubens Sambueza.
-Possess a strong home-field advantage, with a passionate fanbase that creates an intimidating atmosphere for opponents.
Cons:
-Their last title came in 2014, meaning they will be hungry to end their drought. This could work against them if they feel too much pressure to win.
-They are up against an Atlas FC squad that is full of momentum after winning the Clausura 2018 tournament.
Atlas FC:
Pros:
-The underdog story always rallies fans behind a team, and Atlas FC will have plenty of supporters in this final.
-They have proved they can compete with the best teams in Liga MX after beating Tigres UANL in the semifinals.
-This is a young squad with nothing to lose, which could make them dangerous opponents for Club America.
Cons:
Which team is more likely to win?
In the Mexican Clausura, Club América and Atlas F.C. will face off in what promises to be an exciting match. Both teams have strong lineups, but which is more likely to win?
Looking at the two teams’ lineups, Club América seems to have the edge. Their forward line boasts players like Oribe Peralta and Darwin Quintero, who are both experienced goalscorers. In addition, they have players like Mateus Uribe who can create chances for their forwards.
Atlas F.C.’s lineup is not to be underestimated, however. Their striker Raul Jimenez is a proven goalscorer, and their midfield contains players like Rodriguez and Gonzalez who can create chances for him. They also have a strong defence, which could prove difficult for América’s forwards to break down.
It’s impossible to say definitively who will win this match, as anything can happen on the day. However, based on their lineups, Club América seems to be the more likely team to come out victorious.
Why?
Why Club América should win:
Club América has one of the most talented rosters in Liga MX. Their starting lineup features many stars, including goalkeeper Agustin Marchesin, who is fresh off a great season with Porto. In addition, they have players like Raul Jimenez and Giovani dos Santos, who are both experienced internationals. Furthermore, Club América’s head coach Miguel Herrera is one of the most successful coaches in Liga MX history.
Why Atlas F.C. should win:
Atlas F.C. has a lot of young talent on their roster. Their starting lineup includes players like Jairo Torres and Alan Cervantes, who are both 19 years old. Additionally, they have a 21-year-old goalkeeper in Luis Robles. Atlas F.C.’s head coach Gerardo “Tuca” Ferretti is also very experienced and has won several titles in his career.
Conclusion
While it’s always difficult to predict the outcome of a soccer match, Club América have an advantage going into this game with their superior players and experience. With that being said, Atlas F.C. are no slouches either and they also possess some skillful players capable of causing an upset if given the opportunity. Ultimately, only time will tell who will win this match but we can be sure that it’s going to be one hell of a ride!