A Storied Rivalry with Divergent Paths
The biggest match in Mexican soccer returns this weekend as the Liga MX Apertura 2025 season presents another chapter of El Clásico Nacional. On Saturday, September 13, Club América will host their archrivals, Chivas de Guadalajara, at the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes in Mexico City. The clash, set for an 11:15 p.m. ET kickoff, showcases two of Mexico’s most popular clubs in starkly contrasting form, adding another layer of intensity to an already heated rivalry.
A Tale of Two Seasons
Club América enters the derby as one of the league’s most dominant teams. Under manager André Jardine, Las Águilas are undefeated through seven games, boasting a record of five wins and two draws. Their 17 points place them second in the league table, and they ride a four-game winning streak into the weekend. The team’s formidable start has positioned them as early favorites to make another deep playoff run.
On the other side, Chivas de Guadalajara is navigating a turbulent start to the season under new coach Gabriel Milito. The club is languishing in 16th place with just four points from six matches, having secured only one win, one draw, and suffering four losses. With pressure mounting, a victory against their greatest rival could be the catalyst Chivas needs to turn their season around. However, recent history is not on their side; América has dominated the rivalry since the start of 2024, winning the majority of their encounters.
Team News and Key Players to Watch
Club América is expected to be at near full strength, with key striker Henry Martin set to return to the squad. All eyes, however, will be on French winger Allan Saint-Maximin, who is anticipated to make his first start. After scoring in his first two substitute appearances, his dynamic presence could pose a significant threat to the Chivas defense. He joins an attack that includes Brian Rodríguez, who has already netted three goals this season.
Chivas faces a more challenging situation with several key players sidelined by injury. The club will be without Alan Mozo, who could miss the rest of the season, while the availability of Alan Pulido and Daniel Aguirre remains in doubt. In their absence, the offensive burden will fall on players like Armando González, the team’s leading scorer with three goals, and veteran Javier “Chicharito” Hernández, who is looking to find his form after a season hampered by injuries. As reported by digitaltrendstoday.com, the team’s performance in this crucial match could have serious implications for manager Gabriel Milito’s future.
How to Watch El Clásico Nacional
The highly anticipated match will be broadcast widely across North America, ensuring fans won’t miss a moment of the action.
- In the United States: Viewers can tune in on TV via TUDN USA and Univision. Streaming options are available on ViX, fuboTV, CBS Sports Golazo, Amazon Prime US, and Paramount+ for subscribers.
- In Mexico: The game will be broadcast on Canal 5 and TUDN, with streaming available on ViX.
What’s Next for Both Clubs?
The road ahead does not get any easier for either team following this weekend’s derby. Club América faces a challenging stretch, including a rematch of the Apertura 2024 final against current table-toppers Monterrey on September 20. Chivas will return home to face difficult opponents in Tigres and reigning Liga MX champions Toluca. The outcome of El Clásico could set the tone for these crucial upcoming fixtures, making the three points on Saturday more valuable than ever.
