Club América has achieved an extraordinary feat, securing their third consecutive Liga MX title after defeating Monterrey 3-2 on aggregate in the Apertura 2024 finals. This victory marks their 16th overall championship in the league, demonstrating the team’s resilience and skill despite finishing 8th in the regular season. They made a remarkable playoff run, overcoming Tijuana in the Play In round, Toluca in the quarterfinals, and Cruz Azul in the semifinals before claiming the final victory at Estadio BBVA.
The first half of the final was closely contested, with América taking the lead in the 24th minute through an impressive long-range goal by Richard Sánchez. Sánchez’s shot from 30 meters found the top corner, stunning Monterrey’s goalkeeper, Luis Cárdenas. The second half saw Monterrey applying pressure but struggling to convert chances. They finally equalized late in the match, with Johan Rojas scoring in the 85th minute. However, the 1-1 draw was enough for América to secure the title based on their earlier advantage.
With this victory, Club América becomes the first team to achieve a three-peat in the short tournament era, adding a historic chapter to Mexican football. Fans are left wondering if they can accomplish a fourth title in a row as they continue to build on this success.
Final Match Overview:
– Final Score: Monterrey 1 – 1 América (Aggregate: 2 – 3)
– Goals: Richard Sánchez (24’ – América), Johan Rojas (85’ – Monterrey)
This victory not only solidifies América’s legacy in Liga MX but also energizes their fan base, who are left celebrating the remarkable achievement. Looking ahead, the anticipation for another championship run continues, embodying hope and excitement throughout the club and its supporters.