José ‘Pantera’ Zúñiga, the new forward for Club América, shared his excitement and sense of pride about playing for such a prestigious team in Liga MX. In a recent interview with TUDN, Zúñiga reflected on the high expectations at America and expressed his commitment to meet them.
He acknowledged the challenges that come with being part of the club, stating, “I know I come to a very demanding club with an equally demanding fan base, but I embrace the challenge. I am aware of my capabilities and I am a hardworking person who does not back down.” Zúñiga reassured fans of his dedication by promising loyalty to the jersey and a relentless fight for the team’s success.
The Colombian forward admitted that sometimes he has to pinch himself to believe he is part of America’s roster. “I feel proud of what I have achieved and I consider myself lucky to be with this club,” he shared.
Zúñiga aims to contribute significantly to the team’s goal-scoring efforts and expressed his hope to score pivotal goals, including one in a title match. “Goals are very important, and I commit to helping the team score as many as I can. Hopefully, I can score the title-winning goal and we can lift the trophy,” he said.
His debut for America came against Tijuana during the second round of the Apertura 2025, and he has also seen action in the match against Toluca in the Campeón de Campeones.
As Zúñiga steps into his role, there is optimism among fans regarding his potential impact on the team, especially given the successful history of transfers from Xolos to America. This could be a promising chapter for Zúñiga as he looks to cement his legacy with the Águilas and chase championship glory.