The Eagles want to continue maintaining paternity against the Pumas. (Illustration: Jesús Avilés)
The Capital Classic promises to close the Saturday day of Date 16 of Clausura 2024 with a duel full of expectations. The Pumas will host América at the Estadio Olimpico Universitario, with their sights set on breaking the losing streak against the Azulcremas and securing their place in the next round of the tournament.
The Felinos arrive with a firm step, accumulating three games without losing, including two consecutive victories, and the highlight: they have not conceded a goal during this streak. This solid performance has placed them in ninth place in the table, with 23 points, just three points behind sixth place.
Both teams arrive at the Capital Classic on fire. (Mexsport)
For its part, América presents itself as the undisputed leader of the competition, being the only team with more than 30 units to its credit. The Águilas maintain an impressive streak of eight games without losing in the league and have already secured their place in the direct Liguilla. Their goal is to close the season maintaining this unbeaten record.
Regarding direct confrontations between both teams, the Águilas arrive with a streak of four games without losing against the Pumas. The last triumph of the university students dates back to the Quarterfinals of Apertura 2021, where they managed to win with a score of 3-1. However, at the Estadio Olimpico Universitario, the Pumas have not managed to beat América since Clausura 2019.
América wants to continue being the leader of Clausura 2024. (Mexsport)
The long-awaited meeting is scheduled for 9:10 p.m. (Central Mexico time) and will be broadcast on Channel 5, TUDN, and streaming on Vix. Fans are looking forward to this confrontation that promises emotions and an intense football display by both squads.
With the Pumas seeking to reverse recent history and América defending its leadership, the Clásico Capitalino is presented as one of the most outstanding duels of the season, capable of keeping fans on the edge of their seats until the last minute.
Date: Saturday April 20, 2024
Time: 9:10 p.m. central Mexico time
Stadium: Olympic University
Transmission: Channel 5, TUDN and Vix