Club América captain Henry Martín admitted the Clásico Nacional defeat to Chivas left the squad hurt and embarrassed, conceding the team failed to rise to the occasion. The veteran striker framed the loss as a “wake-up call” from Guadalajara - one he believes can help América regroup and respond over the remainder of the Clausura 2026 campaign.
Allan Saint-Maximin’s brief spell with Club América came to an abrupt end after the French forward revealed his children were victims of a racist incident in Mexico. The situation deeply affected the player, who requested his release amid growing doubts about continuing in Liga MX, closing a short but intense chapter in Coapa.
Club América are exploring a potential move to bring Fulham striker Raúl Jiménez back to the club after the 2026 World Cup, sources say. While midfield reinforcements remain the short-term priority, the veteran forward is emerging as a longer-term target. Jiménez started his career with the club and scored 36 goals in 96 league appearances for the club between 2011 and 2014.
Club América have entered a new era after announcing the sale of a 49 percent stake to global investment firm General Atlantic in a deal valuing the club at $490 million. The partnership aims to accelerate growth and innovation ahead of the Clausura 2026, while Grupo Ollamani retains control and the club’s identity remains unchanged.
Club América have begun shaping their roster for the Clausura 2026 and have identified Obed Vargas as a potential reinforcement for their midfield. According to a report from ESPN, América’s front office has already made contact with the Seattle Sounders midfielder, as the player is also weighing his future in Major League Soccer following the recently completed season.
Apertura 2025 came to an end for André Jardine’s América, as not even an Alejandro Zendejas goal could save them from a 90th-minute strike by Germán Berterame that sealed a premature Liguilla exit for the azulcremas. It’s the first time Jardine has been eliminated before the semifinals since taking over the Americanista bench.
The Apertura 2025 Liguilla is officially set, and once again the Play-In delivered more noise than impact. For the third straight year, the top eight teams from the regular-season table advanced, reaffirming criticism of a format that never allowed ninth or 10th place to break through. With Liga MX preparing to scrap the Play-In in 2026, attention now shifts fully to the quarterfinals and Toluca’s bid for back-to-back titles.
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