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.