América and Cruz Azul turned their Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal into a spectacle of grit and flair at Estadio Olímpico Universitario. Their historic rivalry came alive with end-to-end play, close calls, and standout performances from both sides’ stars.
América, eyeing a historic third consecutive Liga MX title, readies for a showdown against Cruz Azul in the Apertura 2024 semifinals. Following a dominant 4-0 quarterfinal win over Toluca, América plans to deploy a strong lineup in a 5-2-3 formation, emphasizing defensive solidity and creative midfield play. With key players such as Luis Malagón and Sebastián Cáceres, they face a rejuvenated Cruz Azul looking to avenge past defeats. Possible return of Diego Valdés raises hope.