Overview

• Kiana Palacios opened the scoring in the 7th minute and Jana Gutiérrez sealed the result in the second half at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes.
• The victory secures first place in Group A with 10 points and sends América to the semifinals, where its opponent will come from Gotham vs. Washington Spirit.
• Orlando introduced Mexico international Lizbeth “La Maga” Ovalle off the bench, but América limited her to a single chance that went wide.
• Coach Ángel Villacampa had highlighted Orlando’s pace and “verticality” with Ovalle, emphasizing a disciplined approach and home conditions to counter those strengths.
• Pre-match coverage noted Marta was not called up for Orlando, and broadcasters in Mexico carried the decisive game on ESPN and Disney+.