The AI forecast assigns América a 54.6% chance to win, with a 26.9% probability of a draw and 23.5% for Pachuca. Top exact-score projections include América 2-1 at about 14.8%, 1-1 at 12.1%, Pachuca 2-1 at 11.5% and América 1-0 at 10.5%. Kickoff is set for Saturday, August 30 at 21:05 local time in Mexico City at the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes. América enters on improved form after an irregular start, with Aguirre back to fitness despite just one goal this season. Pachuca cooled after a strong opening run, though its defense remains a key strength as both teams chase points near the top of the table.