Chivas and América prepare for the first of three national Classics they will play in a week. The match will take place this Wednesday at the Akron Stadium, corresponding to the first leg of the round of 16 of the Concacaf Champions Cup. It will be Gerardo Espinoza's debut as coach of Chivas. On the other hand, the Eagles arrive as favorites under the direction of André Jardine, with a solid project that is reflected in their performance in Liga MX.
A year ago, both teams faced each other in the same stage of the Concachampions, with a result of 3-0 in favor of the capital team in the first leg in Guadalajara. In the return match, Chivas won 3-2, but América advanced to the next round. This history adds an extra dose of rivalry to this week's Classic.
"The players can take the field motivated, but they do not start as favorites," commented a follower on social media. The anticipation and excitement among fans of both teams is high, as an intense clash is expected between two of the most representative clubs in Mexican football.
The Mexican Classic is a spectacle that goes beyond ninety minutes of play. For fans, it is an opportunity to support their teams and relive one of the most intense and ancient rivalries in football in Mexico. The colors of Chivas and the Eagles, the two most successful teams in Concacaf, will be at stake in this first encounter of a series that promises much excitement and passion.
