He America missed a golden opportunity Liga MX after drawing 1-1 against Santos Lagunalast place in the table, in a match where they even played with a numerical advantage in the final stretch.
The azulcrema team failed to capitalize on its dominance and barely rescued a point that it knows little about its aspirations within the Closing 2026.
América vs Santos: tie that complicates the Águilas
He America He urgently needed the three points to move away from ninth place and reduce the pressure heading into his next commitments, including the Concacaf Champions Cup and the expected Young Classic that will be played next week.
However, despite imposing conditions during several periods of the match, the team could not overcome an inspired Carlos Acevedoa determining figure for Santos Laguna will add at home.
For its part, the La Laguna team managed to rescue a draw that, although it does not take them out of the bottom, allows them to continue fighting to get out of last place in the tournament.
Accidental match and changes forced due to injury
The match was marked by constant interruptions due to blows and injuries. The medical teams had a lot of work, which led to forced modifications in both teams.
Erick Sanchezon the part of the Americaleft the field after suffering a leg injury. On the side of Santos Laguna, Aldo Lopez He had to leave after a loud clash of heads that left him dazed.
America did not know how to take advantage of playing against 10 men
At minute 78, Kevin Picon He was sent off after a tough tackle on Rodrigo Dourado in the middle of the field. Although the red was not initially marked, the referee Fernando Hernandez reviewed the play in the VAR and decided to sanction the player Santos Laguna.
With one more man, the America found the goal at 80 thanks to Alexis Gutierrezwho put his team ahead after a set piece.
However, the advantage was short-lived. Just minutes later, Santos Laguna responded immediately and achieved a 1-1 draw, taking advantage of a defensive inattention by the Águilas.
Carlos Acevedo, figure of the party
The goalkeeper Carlos Acevedo He was the great hero of the meeting. With multiple saves, he avoided the fall of his team and established himself as the best player of the match.
The Mexican goalkeeper stood out especially in key interventions against Brian Rodriguez and Vinicius Limakeeping alive Santos Laguna in the most complicated moments.
If you don’t suffer, you don’t belong to Santos Laguna.
Today the Warriors got a draw in front of their fans showing attitude.
Unfortunately this point keeps Santos Laguna still in last place.
The best of the game, Carlos Acevedo. pic.twitter.com/oDVHnJ6WQI
— ComarcaDeportiva (@ComarcaDeporte) April 5, 2026
The expulsion that changed the pace of the game
The red card to Kevin Picon modified the closing of the match, forcing the America to go all out on the attack. That pressure led to the goal that gave them a momentary advantage.
However, the lack of concentration after the score allowed Santos Laguna He would react immediately and sign the final tie.
What’s next for Santos and America?
In his fight to leave last place, Santos Laguna will seek to add to his next commitment when he visits Pachucain a key duel for their aspirations.
For his part, the America You will need to quickly change your focus as you will face Nashville SC in the first leg of the Last Quarters of the Concacaf Champions Cupwhere he will try to make up his mind at the international level, before facing Cruz Azul on matchday 14 of the Liga MX.
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