Summary
End of match
The match ends in Ciudad Universitaria with the final score of Pumas 2-1 América.
90'
The referee shows the red card to Brian Rodriguez of América for an aggression.
87'
In the last minutes of the match, Pumas is close to winning a very important victory that would give them 3 golden points in their playoff aspirations.
84'
Pumas suffers a little in the defensive zone and is unable to keep the ball and slowly run down the clock.
81'
The intensity rises in these final minutes and América is looking for the equalizer.
78'
The match heats up and the players begin to have some friction but the referee brings order with a yellow card for Alejandro Zendejas.
75'
Pumas makes 3 changes in order to refresh the team and look to extend their lead.
72'
América makes modifications with the intention of being much more offensive.
69'
América did not stop pressing after Pumas' second goal and was desperately looking for an equalizer.
66'
Pumas' goal, Leo Suárez with a left-footed shot to put the universitarios in front.
63'
The substitute players get up to warm up for possible modifications.
60'
América has had the clearest chances of the match, but the tie still holds in the second half.
57'
Yellow card for Sebastián Cáceres for cutting off a clear play by Funes Morí.
54'
There is a lot of intensity and friction in this capital city classic.
51'
América makes a change with the entry of Kevin Alvarez and the exit of Israel Reyes.
48'
América started the second half with more intensity and pressure.
45'
First half ends at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario, Pumas 1-1 América.
42'
Goal for Pumas, from a set piece and a great header to equalize before halftime.
39'
With 5 minutes left in the first half, America is taking a minimal lead into halftime.
36'
The intensity of the game drops and it gets a little bit more difficult in this final stretch of the first half.
33'
America now has the ball and is looking to slowly run down the clock.
30'
Pumas looks for the equalizer as quickly as possible but América closes down defensively.
27'
Pumas looks for the equalizer as quickly as possible but América closes down defensively.
24'
The assistants come in to check Igor, who is suffering from pain in his left leg.
21'
Goal for América, by penalty kick after a push on Zendejas, the score is opened by Henry Martin.
18'
América waited for Pumas and tried to create some dangerous counterattacks, but very little from the Blue and Whites.
15'
A lot of touches at the start of the match and very few chances in either area.
12'
Pumas controls the match but has not been able to pass calmly through the midfield because of America's good defense.
9'
América has not been able to come out calmly because of the pressure exerted by the university team.
6'
Huerta missed a clear opportunity after a great diagonal from Funes Mori but the ball went over Malagon's goal.
3'
Pumas started with more possession, looking to take the pressure off and trying to open América's defensive padlock.
Kickoff
The match between Pumas and América kicks off in the 16th round of the Liga MX.
All ready
Everything is ready for the start of the match, the teams are just minutes away from taking the field for the start of this match.
Keys of match
Pumas will have to be very attentive at the start of the match, as this is when América will be looking to surprise and open the scoreboard quickly, the felines will have to be smart and not allow spaces if they want to get a good result in this fundamental match.
End of warmup
The two teams finish warming up and return to the dressing room for a final talk with their coach before returning to the field for the start of the match, the fans are anxious for the match to begin.
Great Entrance
Great attendance at CU, a full house with fans who did not abandon their teams for this Liga MX matchday 16 game, we are getting closer and closer to the start of the match.
América lineup
This is América's lineup for this capital city derby, they are going with their best players despite playing in the middle of the week:
All ready warmup
The two teams are warming up and getting ready on the field for what will be this match, we are just a few minutes away from filling the Olympic Stadium, a great atmosphere is expected in one of the best games of the 16th matchday.
Pumas lineup
This is the Pumas' lineup for this Saturday's Liga MX match day 16:
The most important match of the day
This will undoubtedly be the match of the day due to Pumas' need for three points and América's need to secure the overall lead in the competition. A full house is expected and there is great expectation that we will be treated to intensity, goals and excitement.
All ready in the stadium
Both teams are already at the stadium and are getting ready in the dressing room to warm up in a few more minutes and the starting lineups for tonight's match at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario will be announced.
Fans
Little by little, the fans are beginning to arrive at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario, a great entrance is expected for this match of the 16th day, which gives 3 very important points, many more fans that are divided with fans of the two teams that have already gathered and there is an unbeatable atmosphere inside and outside the stadium.
Stay tuned to follow Pumas vs América in real time on match day 16 of the Liga MX Clausura 2024.
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Referee
The central referee in charge of this match will be Fernando Guerrero, who will seek with his national and international experience to bring this match to a successful conclusion in what seems to be the best match of this 16th day, this will be the central referee for tomorrow's match at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario.
Olympic University Stadium
It is the stadium of the Pumas of the UNAM, a historical scenario and one of the most important in the Liga MX, with a capacity for 72 thousand spectators and was inaugurated on November 20, 1952, will host this classic between Pumas and America, a match that undoubtedly looks to be the most exciting tomorrow on this 16th day and where a full house is expected, without a doubt a great stadium for the best match of the weekend.
Where and how to watch Pumas vs América online and in real time on match day 16 of Liga MX Clausura 2024
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What time is Pumas vs América live on Liga MX match day 16?
This is the kick-off time for the Pumas vs América match on April 20, 2024 in various countries:
Argentina: 00:00 hours
Bolivia: 00:00 hours
Brazil: 00:00 hours
Chile: 00:00 hours
Colombia: 00:00 hours
Ecuador: 00:00 hours
Spain: 04:00 hours
United States: 22:00 hours PT and 23:00 hours ET
Mexico: 21:00 hours
Paraguay: 00:00 hours
Peru: 00:00 hours
Uruguay: 00:00 hours
Venezuela: 00:00 hours
Japan: 12:00 noon
India: 09:00 hours
Nigeria: 09:00 hours
South Africa: 9:00 a.m.
Australia: 14:00 hours
United Kingdom: 4:00 a.m.
France: 4:00 a.m.
Italy: 4:00 a.m.
Netherlands: 4:00 a.m.
Belgium: 4:00 a.m.
Germany: 4:00 a.m.
Absences
Neither team has any injured or suspended players, so they will be able to count on a full roster and their best players for this match that promises to be the best in this 16th match day, with two of the 4 big teams in Mexican soccer.
Background
The record leans towards a draw, as they have met on 15 occasions, leaving a record of 4 wins for Pumas, 4 wins for América and 7 games that ended in a draw, despite this, tomorrow América will be slightly favored as they are in a better moment in this Clausura 2024.
How does America arrive?
On the other hand, América, which has already qualified, arrives at this match with their minds already set on Concacaf to play in the semifinals, they are the leaders of the competition with 32 points and a record of 9 wins, 5 draws and one loss, they have just defeated Toluca and now they will face Pumas with the intention of securing the overall leadership of the competition, a very intense match is expected with a rivalry that has grown over time, this is how the two teams arrive at this 16th matchday at the end of the regular phase of the Liga MX.
How will Pumas arrive?
Pumas comes from defeating Leon 1-0, a game where they were able to find that clarity to finish their dangerous plays and take 3 very important points, now they will face America in what is a need for points if they want to be in the playoffs of Mexican soccer, they are in 9th position with 23 points and a record of 6 games won, 5 ties and 4 games that ended in defeat, in this way the Pumas arrive to this game that they must take advantage since they will be playing at home with their fans.
Good afternoon friends of VAVEL!
Good morning to all VAVEL readers! Welcome to the live broadcast of the Pumas vs América match, corresponding to Match day 16 of the Liga MX Clausura 2024. The match will take place at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario at 21:00.