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H2H Record before the game

In a tense second leg of the Mexican Liga BBVA MX Clausura 2025 Semifinals, América defeated Cruz Azul 2-1 at the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes. The victory, combined with the aggregate tie, saw América advance due to their higher seeding. Cruz Azul took the lead in the 57th minute through Lorenzo Faravelli, but América responded with a Henry Martín penalty in the 66th minute and a Cristian Borja goal in the 79th.
América dominated possession with 67.3%, reflecting their attacking intent. They also registered more shots (12 to 8) and shots on target (6 to 2) than Cruz Azul. Cruz Azul committed 17 fouls compared to América's 8, indicating a more physical approach. The AI predicted an América win before the game, which proved correct. However, the model did not expect a balanced game, and the close scoreline suggests otherwise.
América's recent form has been mixed, with two wins, two losses, and a draw in their last five matches. Cruz Azul had been in better form, winning four of their last five before this game. In their previous head-to-head encounter just days prior, Cruz Azul won 1-0, setting the stage for this tightly contested second leg. América deployed a 4-4-2 formation, while Cruz Azul opted for a defensive 5-3-2.
Looking ahead, América will be buoyed by this result. Cruz Azul, despite the loss, showed resilience and will need to regroup. This game was a testament to the intense rivalry between these two Mexican giants. The match built upon the previous game where Cruz Azul secured a narrow victory, highlighting the competitive nature of the rivalry. The statistics further emphasize America's dominance in possession and attacking opportunities.

On May 18, 2025, all eyes in Mexican Liga BBVA MX will be on the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes as América and Cruz Azul clash in a highly anticipated match. According to AI predictions, América is favored to win, with a 40.2% probability compared to Cruz Azul's 32.2%, although their rate is a little bit lower. A draw stands at 27.5%.
América's recent form has been a mixed bag, with two wins, two losses and a draw in their last five games. Their attacking prowess, led by the talented young forward, Julian Quiñones, will be crucial to breaking down Cruz Azul's defense.
Cruz Azul, on the other hand, have been on a good run, winning four of their last five matches. However, their recent victory against América was marked by a red card, raising concerns about discipline. Their hopes will rest on the shoulders of their experienced captain, Ignacio Rivero, whose leadership and midfield control are vital for their success.
While Cruz Azul's recent form might suggest an upset, the AI gives América the edge, considering their home advantage and slightly stronger overall team rating. The game promises to be a thrilling encounter between two of Mexico's biggest clubs. Despite that the AI prediction says that América will win, Cruz Azul won the last game between both. The fans are eager to see if the prediction will come true or if football will surprise us again.