Overview

• Pumas struck first through Jorge Ruvalcaba after Sebastián Cáceres slipped on wet turf at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes.
• America dominated after the break to overturn the deficit, punishing defensive lapses to close out a 4-1 win.
• Alejandro Zendejas netted twice, including a deft lob that teammates compared to Lionel Messi’s strike against Betis.
• Cáceres accepted responsibility for the early error and highlighted a calm dressing room and strong teammate support.
• América move to 24 points and now prepare to host Santos on Oct. 4, while Pumas will host Chivas on Oct. 5 before the international break.