The two-time champion América had to suffer in the penalty shootout to get a direct pass to the league by beating Tijuana 3-2 (on aggregate 5-4) in the play in. Thus, amid the controversy, the Águilas rescued for now one of the worst campaigns in recent tournaments and will face Toluca in the big party, while Xolos will have to fight on Sunday against Atlas for the last ticket to the quarterfinals of the Liga Mx.
After tying 2-2 in regular time, the Americans were barely saved on penalties because although Alejandro Zendejas and Álvaro Fidalgo failed in their shots, Tijuana had a worse performance from the eleven steps with the errors of Christian Rivera, Emmanuel Reynoso and Aarón Mejia.
Tijuana, led by Juan Carlos Osorio, took the lead at the Caliente stadium in the 15th minute when Unai Bilbao hit a header from the center of the area.
With the pressure on them, the Águilas balanced the score with a cross shot from Brian Rodríguez (51), but Xolos recovered the game just a minute later with a goal from José Zúñiga, who took advantage of a bad start by goalkeeper Luis Malagón.
However, Tijuana made a vital mistake when Nicolás Díaz was sent off (74) after kicking Álvaro Fidalgo in the face. It seemed that the border team would resist but in stoppage time Cristian Borja (90) appeared to get the tie and although Zendejas later reached the nets the goal was disallowed due to a handball, which sent the duel to penalties.
The play in format indicates that the seventh and eighth places in the general table, Tijuana and América, had to face each other for a direct pass to the league. The loser of that series must look for the last ticket against the winner of the duel between ninth and tenth place, Chivas and Atlas.
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* **How did the commentators’ use of language and tone reflect the emotional intensity of the match, particularly during the penalty shootout?** (This asks about stylistic choices and their connection to the narrative.)
## World Today News Special: América’s Dramatic Win
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Tonight, we’re diving deep into the thrilling play-in match between América and Tijuana, a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very last kick. Joining us tonight are two esteemed guests: [Guest 1 Name], a respected football analyst renowned for their tactical insights, and [Guest 2 Name], a fervent supporter of Club América with a deep understanding of the team’s history and fanbase.
**Section 1: The Match Overview**
**Host:** Let’s set the scene. América, facing a challenging season, was forced into a play-in match against a determined Tijuana side. [Guest 1], from your expert perspective, how would you characterize the overall performance of both teams?
**Guest 1:**
**Host:** [Guest 2], as an América supporter, what were your emotions throughout this rollercoaster of a match?
**Guest 2:**
**Section 2: Penalty Shootout Drama**
**Host:** The game ultimately came down to a nail-biting penalty shootout. [Guest 1], both teams missed crucial penalties. What factors might have contributed to this high-pressure scenario?
**Guest 1:**
**Host:** [Guest 2], what was the atmosphere like in the stadium during those tense moments?
**Guest 2:**
**Section 3: Tijuana’s Performance & Red Card**
**Host:** Tijuana showed real fighting spirit, taking an early lead and responding quickly to América’s equalizer. [Guest 1], what were Tijuana’s strengths in this match, and did the red card to Nicolás Díaz significantly impact their chances?
**Guest 1:**
**Host:** [Guest 2], did you feel Tijuana was capable of holding onto their lead, even with 10 men?
**Guest 2:**
**Section 4: América’s Resilience and Future Prospects**
**Host:** América once again displayed their trademark resilience. [Guest 1], despite their struggles this season, do you see this victory as a potential turning point for the team?
**Guest 1:**
**Host:** [Guest 2], after such a difficult regular season, how significant is this win for América’s confidence heading into the quarterfinals?
**Guest 2:**
**Outro**
**Host**: Thank you both for your insightful analysis and passionate perspectives.
This rollercoaster encounter between América and Tijuana perfectly encapsulates the beauty and unpredictability of football.
We wish both teams the best of luck in their continued pursuits. Stay tuned to World Today News for more in-depth coverage of the Liga MX playoffs.
