By Fox Deportes Editorial Team
André Jardine trusts his squad, regardless of the circumstances.
America is already preparing its duel against Xolos belonging to the Liga MX play-in. The ‘Águilas’ will arrive without some key elements, but their coach, André Jardine, knows they can get ahead.
The ‘Azulcremas’ need to win to get their place in the league, while a defeat would lead them to face the winner of the match between Chivas and Atlas.
Jardine is convinced that he can advance directly to the great celebration of Mexican soccer, although he will not have at his disposal eight players called up by their national teams to compete in the CONCACAF Nations League and the CONMEBOL World Cup classification:
“We have a large cast that is capable of beating anyone. We would like to be more complete to be stronger and have a better level than we have, but we are confident that we have a cast with sufficient quality for these challenges.”
The players who left the squad to defend their national teams are: Diego Valdés (Chile), Cristian Borja (Colombia), Alejandro Zendejas (United States), Ángel Malagón, Israel Reyes and Henry Martín (Mexico) and Rodrigo Aguirre and Brian Rodríguez ( Uruguay).
Thank you for joining us today, Sebastian and Eduardo. As professional soccer analysts, we would love to hear your thoughts on the upcoming Liga MX play-in match between America and Xolos. The teams are facing each other at a crucial moment in the season, and America is missing several key players due to national team call-ups. How do you think André Jardine’s strategy will affect the outcome of the game?
Sebastian: Well, it’s clear that America has been affected by the high number of call-ups to different national teams, but Jardine trusts his squad, and he has shown that in the way he approaches the game. I believe that losing key players like Diego Valdés, Cristian Borja, Alejandro Zendejas, Ángel Malagón, Israel Reyes, Henry Martín and Rodrigo Aguirre will be a big blow for the team’s cohesion and experience. However, with the depth of their talent pool, there’s no doubt that they have the potential to overcome these challenges. It will be interesting to see how Jardine adjusts his tactics to make up for the missing pieces in his lineup.
Eduardo: Absolutely, Sebastian. The team’s depth will be put to the test, but it’s encouraging to hear André Jardine’s confidence in his squad. It shows that they’ve been working together well and have developed a strong team culture. Additionally, the players who are still available will have an opportunity to step up and showcase their talents on the big stage. This could be a great learning experience for them, especially the younger players. I’m curious to see how Jardine will manage the lineup and rotations, given the importance of this match.
Now, shifting gears slightly, let’s talk about the Liga MX play-in format. This type of match is often unpredictable, with underdogs causing upsets. Do you think Xolos have what it takes to surprise America and advance to the main tournament?
Sebastian: I wouldn’t count out Xolos, especially considering the level of competition they have faced this season in Liga MX. They have shown resilience and determination in their matches, and they have a talented squad as well. However, America is a historical giant
