On January 14, 2026, Club América will host Atlético de San Luis in their home debut for Matchday 2 of the Clausura 2026 tournament. This match presents an opportunity for América to secure their first three points in the league.
Match Overview: América vs. Atlético de San Luis
América aims to recover from their initial match where they failed to score. Their coach, Andre Jardine, has bolstered the midfield with the addition of Rodrigo Dourado. The Brazilian, previously of Atlético de San Luis, will enhance the team’s ball recovery and distribution capabilities. His partnership with Álvaro Fidalgo is expected to create a more potent offensive threat.
Key Players to Watch
- América:
- Luis Malagón (Goalkeeper)
- Rodrigo Dourado (Midfielder)
- Allan Saint-Maximin (Forward)
- Atlético de San Luis:
- Santiago Muñoz (Forward)
- Andrés Sánchez (Goalkeeper)
- Román Torres (Defender)
Santiago Muñoz returns to Liga MX with expectations to make a significant impact in front of goal for Atlético de San Luis. His performance against América will be crucial as the club seeks its first points after a disappointing opening match.
Previous Encounters
In their last meeting, during Matchday 10 of the Apertura 2025, América triumphed with a score of 1-0. This previous victory could boost their confidence as they prepare to face San Luis once again.
Match Details
Date: January 14, 2026
Time: 19:05 CDT / 20:05 ET
Location: Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes, Mexico City
Broadcast: TUDN, Vix, Canal 5 in Mexico; TUDN in the United States
Confirmed Lineups
| América | Atlético de San Luis |
|---|---|
| Luis Malagón | Andrés Sánchez |
| Israel Reyes | Román Torres |
| Kevin Álvarez | Robson Alves |
| Christian Borja | Juan Sanabria |
| Ramón Juárez | Benjamín Galindo |
| Álvaro Fidalgo | Eduardo Águila |
| Rodrigo Dourado | Sebastien Salles-lamonge |
| Alexis Gutiérrez | Miguel García |
| Rodrigo Aguirre | Oscar Macías |
| Patricio Salas | Sebastián Pérez Bouquet |
| Allan Saint-Maximin | Joao Pedro |
This upcoming match promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams search for their first points in the league. América will aim to impress their home fans, while Atlético de San Luis looks to turn their fortunes around.
