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Azcárraga Sets Title Demand as América Enter Liguilla vs. Pumas

América will first evaluate three loanees back from Necaxa before deciding on summer signings.

Overview

  • América qualified for the Clausura 2026 playoffs in eighth place and will face Pumas in the quarterfinals.
  • Owner Emilio Azcárraga voiced full support for coach André Jardine and said the club has to win championships.
  • Cristián Calderón, Emilio Lara and Franco Rossano have finished loans at Necaxa and will report to Coapa for assessment.
  • Coaches view Calderón as the likeliest to rejoin the first team, while Lara and Rossano must earn spots after a stretch of injuries and defensive rotation.
  • Club leaders plan to settle these internal roster decisions before pursuing external reinforcements for the Apertura 2026.