The Machine to the semifinal | Cruz Azul 2-1 America: Second Leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup Quarterfinals Full-Time

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End of the match

Cruz Azul is a semifinalist in the Concacaf Champions League and, most importantly, it has shaken off the ghosts it couldn't eradicate from América.

Cruz Azul starts to move the ball around

Out of common sense, the Machine is starting to play with time, and América is not even looking at their shadow. Cruz Azul isn't backing down and is looking to move forward.

Six more to the clock

The last six minutes of play in this Clásico. Cruz Azul is halfway through the semis.

Clairvoyant Sanchez?

The Uruguayan knew something and that's why he took Rotondi off in the 78th minute.

Changes for America

Now yes, right?

Exit: Chiquito and Kevin

Enter: Dávila and Lozano

Cruz Azul Goal

What a moment. Sepúlveda, the Angel of Goals, Sepulhaalnd, or whatever you want to call him. The Machine wins 2-1 with five minutes left.

In the hands of Malagóooon

A lashing blow from Toro Fernández lands in Luis Ángel's well-placed gloves.

Changes for Cruz Azul

Sale: Rotondi and Bogusz

Enter: Morales and Romero.

Ceeeerca Rayitoooooo

Rodríguez's shot just went over the crossbar.

Yellow card for Cáceres

A foul against Rivero did not go unnoticed, resulting in another booking for the Eagles.

Line of 5 for Jardine

The entire defensive effort and the message are clear. They'll let Cruz Azul get their way to catch them off guard. América won't play to win, but to avoid losing.

Oh my goodness!!! What kind of change was this?

Sale: Diego Valdés

Enter: Nestor Araujo

America again attentive to the counter

They know Cruz Azul won't let go of possession now, and that's why they're on the lookout for mistakes. Cruz Azul looks solid on every line.

Cruz Azul forced

Now it's the Machine who needs a goal and isn't giving up. América is retreating, and Cruz Azul is coming in with consistency.

It was a matter of time

You have to finish América off as quickly as possible, and Cruz Azul missed several opportunities where they could have tipped the ball even further in their favor. Fidalgo's finish was superb, as he had no angle, but he waited for the defender to open his legs to slot it in.

Goal for America

Maguito Fidalgooooooooooo ties it and CU starts to shake

Sepúlveda forgave

In the end it was offside, but what Sepulhaaland had forgiven in front of goal is nameless.

Malagooooooon

Luis Ángel's bailout was enormous upon Charly's arrival. Once again, the blue-and-cream Angel saves his team.

Fidalgo begins to take the reins

The Spaniard's participation was much greater in these first minutes of the second half, compared to the first 45. When the Maguito starts to command, you have to be careful.

Little one

Sánchez's shot just goes over the bar. América has a powerful message from the start.

Changes for America

Enter: Jona

Sale: Juarez

Actions resume

The final 45 minutes of the youth derby, and Cruz Azul is currently leading. América advances with the draw.

End of the first half

Cruz Azul has played a great game so far, and América's performance has also been incredible. The Eagles are through with a draw, and Jardine is an expert at making changes in the second half.

Final minutes

Only 1 minute is added to the stopwatch.

Out of place, but Cruz Azul is on another level.

Sepúlveda's Chilean shot barely missed Encuima. The walk they're giving the Eagles is unbelievable.

America has a hard time even getting out

The controlled exit is starting to get complicated for the Eagles, which isn't a good sign at all. Jardine might be guilty of repeating the same pattern as before.

In the hands of Mier

Zendejas's shot to the far post lands in the Colombian's arms. América persists, but can't finish.

Yellow card for Ramón Juárez

Foul on Sepulveda and there is already one yellow card for each side in this match.

Ceeeeeeerca America

América's dangerous attack, but they were once again unable to finish it off. A 3-on-2 counterattack favored the Eagles, but that final pass again prevented them from getting on the scoreboard.

Malagooooooooooon

Once again, Luis Ángel saves the Eagles. The Mexican makes a great save from Bogusz's shot.

The 'Oleeeeeee' resounds

The Celeste fans begin to chant "Ole" with the series of touches from Vicente Sánchez's team. It was an unfamiliar setting for Jardine and company.

Malagooooooon

The Azulcrema goalkeeper's great reflex on Rivero's shot. América is saved.

America can't find where to go

This is where they need a player like Henry, who can play with his back to you, receive, distribute, and always be dangerous in the box. Without a strong forward who can play well in the post, it's difficult to create danger on the wings alone.

Sepúlveda's second shot and it looks better and better.

A header that ends up in Malagón's gloves but allows us to observe the great moment Ángel is going through in this match.

America is not going crazy

While their frustration is evident, as they're not used to this kind of scenario, it's not as if they're starting to show signs of alarm. They know that with a draw, they're on the other side.

Cruz Azul takes possession

América has gone from wanting to counterattack to seeking to create from the back. However, in that game, Cruz Azul can dominate them a little more given their current formation.

Jardine begins to get frustrated

The referee has already warned the Brazilian that if this continues, he'll be given a yellow card. This Clásico is being intensely experienced both on and off the field.

America comes and comes but it never ends.

Whether through the center or on the wings, through crosses or through balls, the Eagles constantly make their way into the opponent's box, but it's the final pass or shot that keeps them from getting on the scoreboard.

America is growing

The Machine scored, and América immediately went all out. They didn't expect such an early deficit and are looking to turn things around immediately.

Cruz Azul goal

Sepuuuuuu, Sepulhaaland opens the scoring with a great definition and puts the first for the Machine.

Against the barriereeeee

Rayito's shot hit the wall and didn't go any further. Cruz Azul needs to be more aware of the Azulcrema counterattacks.

Yellow card for Piovi

The Argentine defender cut off Zendejas's advance near the edge of the box and was immediately booked. A dangerous situation for América, and in an unbeatable position.

America awaits the counterattack

The Águilas' game is much more vertical, and therefore, they wait for their opponents to make a mistake so they can take advantage of their speedsters (Zendejas and Rayito). La Máquina is well positioned at the moment.

Cruz Azul does not risk

They win the ball back but don't immediately go forward. They try to analyze the opponent's position and turn the ball over a bit before attempting to create forward play. They don't want to repeat the same mistakes.

America with more control

The momentum has slowed down, but not the intensity. The midfield is playing strongly, but at least the attacks are no longer so uncontrolled. The Eagles have more possession for now.

America seeks to level the playing field

The Eagles' first long possession ended in a corner. This was a pretty intense start to the Clásico.

Cruz Azul incisive start

The team's first arrival and the Machine's first corner kick. América hadn't even settled in yet.

The game starts

The kickoff blows and the ball rolls. Cruz Azul hosts América for the second leg of the Concacaf Champions League semifinals, and we invite you to follow the minute-by-minute coverage we've prepared for you at AS Mexico.

Cruz Azul and América Vie for Concacaf Champions Cup Semifinal Berth

We’re assessing Cruz Azul’s preparation for this do-or-die match. Riding high after a 3-2 victory over Pumas UNAM in the Clausura 2025 Jornada 14 on April 5 at the Estadio Cuauhtémoc, Vicente Sánchez’s squad sits third in Liga MX with 28 points (8W-4D-2L). Ángel Sepúlveda (two goals vs. Pumas) and a dynamic midfield featuring Lorenzo Faravelli and Carlos Rodríguez have fueled their resurgence. Their 4-1 aggregate win over Monterrey in the round of 16 bolsters confidence, yet the 0-0 first-leg result and a recent history of struggles against América—including a 2-1 loss in the Apertura 2024 semifinals—heighten the stakes. We expect Kevin Mier’s goalkeeping and home support to be key.

Cruz Azul vs América: Broadcast Info, Lineups, and Predictions

We’ve compiled the essentials for this Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal second leg on April 8, 2025:

• Venue: Estadio Olímpico Universitario, Ciudad Universitaria, Mexico City, Mexico
• Kickoff Times:
• Mexico (CDT): 9:30 PM
• U.S. Eastern: 11:30 PM EDT
• U.S. Central: 10:30 PM CDT
• U.S. Pacific: 8:30 PM PDT
• Broadcast:
• Mexico: Tubi (free streaming)
• U.S.: FOX Sports 2, FuboTV (free trial, then $79.99/month)

Here’s what you need to know about Cruz Azul vs América:

1. First Leg: Ended 0-0 at Estadio Azteca on April 1.
2. Recent Form: Cruz Azul beat Pumas 3-2; América lost 1-0 to Pachuca.
3. Broadcast: Mexico (Tubi); U.S. (FOX Sports 2, FuboTV) at 10:30 PM CDT.
4. Rivalry Edge: América won 5 of last 7; Cruz Azul seeks home upset.
5. Next Step: Winner faces Tigres/LA Galaxy in semifinals April 22-24.