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América vs. Pachuca To Be Played Without Fans After Benito Juárez Order

The borough conditioned future attendance on proof of accredited security, drawing pushback from Club América and the Liga MX.

Overview

  • Authorities in Benito Juárez confirmed the match at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes will be held behind closed doors following a street closure incident during a women’s game.
  • Officials allege America’s security overstepped by blocking Indiana Street and hindering a neighbor seeking medical attention, a claim the club disputes.
  • Grupo Ollamani says América has no in-house security and argues Mexico City police carried out closures under the borough’s Operativo Ladrillera; the organization signaled possible legal action.
  • Liga MX called the measure arbitrary and voiced full support for América, while Mayor Luis Mendoza defended the decision, rejected corruption allegations, and warned of legal recourse over alleged defamation.
  • The borough says fans will not be admitted to events until the club proves its security staff or contractor are accredited; Ticketmaster is to outline refund procedures and reports indicate América is evaluating a venue switch to Querétaro.