In the highly anticipated semifinals of the Apertura 2024 Liguilla in Liga MX, América and Cruz Azul faced off in a match that ended in a disappointing 0-0 draw. Taking place at the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes, the game fell short of expectations, feeling more like a preseason matchup than a critical playoff battle.
Despite the lack of goals, Cruz Azul, led by coach Martín Anselmi, found reasons to celebrate. They effectively controlled possession throughout the match and faced minimal threats against goalkeeper Kevin Mier. While the match did not yield a score, Cruz Azul’s performance means they advance to the final due to a better positioning in the regular season standings, thanks to the 0-0 aggregate score. The decisive return leg will take place this Sunday, raising the question of whether fans can expect more excitement in the upcoming match.
The final score of the América vs. Cruz Azul game was as follows:
– América: 0 (1st Half: 0, 2nd Half: 0)
– Cruz Azul: 0 (1st Half: 0, 2nd Half: 0)
The match unfolded with several notable moments:
– In the final minutes, the match remained tied, with Cruz Azul comfortably holding onto the draw.
– América had a few chances, including a pair of missed opportunities from Brian Rodríguez and Alan Cervantes that were thwarted by Mier.
– Overall, the match saw Cruz Azul maintain possession without creating many substantial scoring opportunities.
As anticipation builds for the second leg, fans hope for a more dynamic and entertaining display of football. This upcoming match could still surprise everyone, potentially bringing much-needed excitement for supporters of both teams.