THE RECORDED FROM ATLAS
The Atlas squad remains hopeful about extending its championship run in the MX League for another semester. After an opening season in 2021 that surprised many by ending a title drought, the Rojinegros continue to fight in Closure 2022, though the path is not simple for their cause.
Following a win over Chivas in the Classic Tapatio quarterfinals, the Academy advanced to the semifinals in the year’s first half. Up next is a clash with a club widely regarded as one of the strongest and most expensive squads in Mexican football.
Goal details the Red and Black players who will push for victory in the opening leg of the series against the Felines on Wednesday, May 18, at 9:00 a.m., at the Jalisco Stadium.
THE TACTICAL OUTLOOK FOR ATLAS
The Atlas squad is expected to line up in its traditional 5-3-2 formation, featuring Jose Abella and Aníbal Chalá as wingbacks supporting both ends of the pitch and anchoring the central defense. The probable lineup includes Camilo Vargas in goal; Hugo Nervo, Emanuel Aguilera, Luis Reyes, Aníbal Chalá, and Jose Abella across the back; Edgar Zaldivar, Aldo Rocha, and Diego Barbosa in midfield; with Julián Quinones and Julio Furch leading the attack up front.
THE ATLAS REPLACEMENTS
As part of the squad’s rotation and depth management, several players are listed as substitutes to come in when needed:
- Jose Santiago Hernandez (BY)
- Anderson Santamaria
- Gaddi Aguirre
- Gonzalo Maronic
- Bryan Garnica
- Edyairth Ortega
- Lucas Rodriguez
- Franco Trojansky
- Brian Trejo
- Jonathan Herrera
Note: The information reflects moveable plans for competition days and is subject to change based on tactical decisions and fitness assessments.