Águilas and Guerreros meet on the Azteca pitch, and GOAL has the live broadcast covered with minute-by-minute action and expert analysis of the clash.
Saturday action in Mexican football continues as America hosts Santos Laguna in a key encounter from matchday 13 of the Opening 2023 season in Liga MX. The venue is the iconic Estadio Azteca, a fortress for the home side and a stage for a dramatic Chapter in what promises to be a heated contest between two storied clubs.
The Eagles arrive refreshed after the recent international break. They faced a tough test against Chivas in a high-profile friendly in Los Angeles, a match decided in their favor with a 2-0 result that boosted confidence and reminded fans of the quality within the squad. Under the guidance of coach André Jardine, the team showed cohesion, pressing high and shaping patient attacks that produced the decisive moments. Now in front of their home supporters, America aims to consolidate first place and extend their advantage while Santos Laguna seeks to climb the standings by collecting important road points.
GOAL brings you a detailed minute by minute narrative of the match, highlighting the most critical plays, turning points, and standout performances as the game unfolds. The live coverage offers insights into tactical setups, substitutions, and momentum swings that define this type of fixture.
AMERICA VS SANTOS: MINUTE BY MINUTE
The opening stages set a brisk tempo, with both teams keen to control the midfield and exploit the flanks. America showed intent to press aggressively, forcing turnovers high up the pitch, while Santos Laguna looked to exploit counterattacks through quick transitions and precise service to their forwards. As the minutes accumulate, chances begin to emerge from dynamic combination play and set-piece opportunities. Tactical adjustments from both benches aim to disrupt the rhythm of the rival and create the decisive moment that could tilt the balance in either direction.
HOW TO WATCH ON TV AND APPS
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You can follow the match on open television via Channel 5, Channel Urbano, and TUDN, with streaming available through ViX on the corresponding apps. For viewers in Canada and the United States, availability across these platforms ensures fans can choose the most convenient method to stay connected with live action, replays, and expert commentary.
ALIGNMENTS
AMERICA
Malagón; Álvarez, Juárez, Lichnovsky, Fuentes; Dos Santos, Fidalgo, Suárez, Rodríguez; Quinones and Martins. The lineup reflects a balanced approach, blending a sturdy defensive line with quick ball carriers in the midfield and a dynamic attacking duo ready to press the backline and probe for breakthroughs through wide channels.
SAINTS
Acevedo; López, Rodríguez, Prieto, Campos; Cervantes, Aquinas, López; Rodríguez, Brunetta and Preciado. Santos Laguna opts for a solid spine and versatile wingers who can stretch the play and pull the defense out of shape, creating opportunities through cross-field runs and smart link-ups with the forwards.
RESUME
Source: GOAL