In the match between América and León, valid for Matchday 9 of the 2025 Clausura Tournament of Liga MX, the performance of James Rodríguez stood out remarkably. The Colombian footballer scored a goal that turned out to be the first he scored against a team considered 'big' in Mexico, which was significant for his team, Club León, that is fighting at the top of the general table of the championship.
The spectators present at the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes showed mixed opinions regarding James Rodríguez's goal: while some celebrated it enthusiastically, others expressed their discontent with boos. The goal from the former Real Madrid player represented the temporary equalizer in a match that generated great interest, especially from Colombian fans residing in the city who came to support their compatriot.
The development of the game was intense and exciting from the beginning, with both teams showcasing their quality and ambition on the field. Club América took the lead with a goal from Alejandro Zendejas in the eleventh minute, suggesting a possible victory for the three-time Mexican champion. However, James Rodríguez equalized the score in the thirty-third minute, in a crucial moment of the match where the offensive play from both teams was evident.
James Rodríguez's goal came after a play down the left flank that culminated in a contested cross, where the Colombian managed to anticipate the defense and send the ball into the net, beating goalkeeper Malagón. With this goal, James made his debut as a scorer in the Mexican capital, showing his skill and determination to follow the play and achieve the equalizer for his team in a match that will be remembered for the performance of the Colombian midfielder.
