Club América beats 2-0 Over Chivas in Clásico de México at Houston's NRG Stadium

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Clásico de México, Club América secured a 2-0 victory over fierce rivals Chivas de Guadalajara at Houston's iconic NRG Stadium. The match, played in front of a record-breaking crowd of 54,117 fans, marked the largest attendance for a Liga MX match in Texas history.

Kickoff Protocol

The atmosphere turned solemn as the kickoff protocol commenced. José Ignacio Cortés took center stage to sing the United States anthem, his voice resonating throughout the stadium and stirring the hearts of those in attendance. Following this, the national anthem of Mexico echoed through the venue, uniting the crowd in a moment of respect and pride.

First Half Goals: América Takes Control

The match kicked off, and América quickly asserted their dominance. 20' GOAL! América's Rodrigo Aguirre fired a shot from outside the area, and Chivas goalkeeper Oscar Whalley misjudged the ball, allowing it to slip through his fingers and into the net. Chivas regrouped under interim coach Arturo Ortega, generating several chances but struggling to convert.

As the first half neared its end, the referee indicated 45' Added Time. Chivas desperately sought an equalizer, but instead, América struck again. 45'+1 GOAL! Illian Hernandez headed a perfectly timed cross into the net, extending the lead to 2-0 just before halftime.

Second Half Drama: A Red Card and Frustration

The second half saw Chivas push harder, bringing in fresh substitutes. However, América’s defense, anchored by Néstor Araujo, remained strong. 75' RED CARD! The match shifted dramatically when the referee sent off América's Richard Sánchez for a second yellow card, leading to heated protests from the bench.

The final whistle confirmed a 0-2 defeat for Chivas. The crowd erupted in celebration for América, who celebrated a much-needed boost in confidence, while Chivas faced a stark reminder of the challenges ahead.