At GOAL, the spotlight shines on the most memorable moments for América in 2022, highlighting a year filled with highs, lows, and unforgettable runs for the Coapa club.
It was a year of trials for the squad. They paused a dream to secure the coveted star number 14, a quest that brought triumph and frustration in unequal measure. From tense Liguilla eliminations to strong summer showings against European clubs and another step of European football for the Mexico City side, 2022 left a lasting imprint on the club’s narrative.
Here is a detailed look at the best and the hardest moments for the Coapa team in 2022.
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Departure of Santiago Solari
Following a standout season where América briefly led the table, the Argentinian coach parted ways with the club in controversial fashion. Mixed results in the Liguilla and a late-season slide left the team in a precarious position, prompting the board to reconfigure the management structure and end the relationship with Solari.
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Arrival of Fernando Ortiz
El Tano stepped in on an interim basis after Solari’s departure. His leadership brought stability through Clausura 2022, lifting the Azulcremas from the bottom of the table to a direct qualification for the Liguilla and restoring confidence in the squad and its supporters.
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Elimination in Clausura 2022 by Pachuca
The Eagles advanced to the semifinals, defeating Puebla in the quarterfinals, and the team seemed to be on the cusp of a breakthrough with Ortiz at the helm. Pachuca proved to be a formidable obstacle, ending América’s title hopes by knocking them out in the semifinals.
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Appointment of Héctor González Iñárritu
After handling the national team’s sports leadership duties, Héctor González Iñárritu returned to Coapa to assume the presidency’s responsibilities. The move brought renewed optimism about player signings and sports management, signaling a strong intent to strengthen the club’s competitive edge.
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Sale of Jorge Sánchez to Ajax
The transfer of Jorge Sánchez to Ajax marked another step for the club in channeling talents toward European football. Sánchez joined a long list of players who fulfilled the dream of plying their trade on the continent, following paths paved by names like Miguel Layún, Agustín Marchesín, Matheus Uribe, Edson Álvarez, and Diego Lainez.
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Águila Tour against European Rivals
The traditional Eagle Tour in the United States became a summer highlight for América. International clubs such as Real Madrid, Chelsea, and Manchester City provided stern tests, and the team’s strong performances helped set the stage for a promising Apertura 2022 campaign.
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Historic 7-0 victory over Cruz Azul
América delivered one of the club’s most emphatic results in recent memory, overwhelming Cruz Azul 7-0 on matchday 10 of Opening 2022. The victory resonated deeply with supporters and left a lasting mark on the rivalry.
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Record for Consecutive Liga MX Wins
After an uneven start, the Azulcremas embarked on a nine-match winning streak, surpassing the previous record of eight consecutive wins. The streak spanned from matchday 7 to matchday 14, signaling a period of dominant form for the team.
Win in All Clásicos during Apertura 2022
América celebrated victories in the three major Clásicos—against Chivas, Cruz Azul, and Pumas—adding another banner to the club’s storied history in Apertura 2022 and reaffirming their status as a dominant force in Mexican football.
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Elimination in Apertura 2022 by Toluca
After delivering an outstanding regular season, the Eagles fell to Toluca in the Apertura semifinals. The loss tempered the season’s optimism and left American fans with a bittersweet conclusion as the year drew to a close.
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