Historically, the Eagles have often sat in the runner-up spot when the overall standings were tallied. In the closure of the 2023 season, the America team finished the regular phase as sub-leaders, posting 34 points across 17 rounds, trailing the top team, Rayados de Monterrey, who led with 40 points. This positioning does not spell trouble for Coapa, given their storied history of success in the professional era. With 13 titles to their name, several championships have begun with them in second place going into the Liguilla. GOAL takes a closer look at how often the Azulcremas have claimed the league crown from that runner-up position and what it signals for their title chances.
The American Club Has Frequently Reached the Title from Second Place
Within the annals of Mexican football, the team widely known as the Eagles have earned three championships where they started the final stage as runners-up in the overall table: Prode 85, Clausura 2013, and Apertura 2018. These moments illustrate a recurring pattern where the club converts a strong regular season into a championship run when it matters most, underscoring the depth and resilience of their squad. The phenomenon is often cited by analysts when discussing the team’s ability to peak during the Liguilla, even after entering the knockout rounds behind the leaders. (Goal)
Predicting the Clausura 2023 Liga MX Outcome
- Monterrey
- America
- Chivas
- Toluca
- Tigers
- Other
Votes recorded show dynamics around which squad is perceived to have the best shot at lifting the Clausura 2023 trophy, reflecting fan engagement and sentiment across the league. The polling cadence is part of a broader conversation around roster depth, coaching strategies, and momentum entering the decisive phase of the season. (Goal)
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Fan responses generate immediate feedback, and results are typically updated as play resumes and teams lock in their paths toward the playoffs. (Goal)
Predicting the Clausura 2023 Liga MX Winner
- 17% Monterrey
- 37% America
- 23% Chivas
- 6% Toluca
- 7% Tigers
- 11% Other
Participation numbers reflect a healthy interest in Liga MX outcomes, with many fans weighing recent form, head-to-head records, and injury news as crucial factors in predicting the eventual champion. As the league progresses, analysts will compare these projections against live results to measure how closely public perception tracks reality. (Goal)
Source: Goal