Club América: The Ultimate Guide to Latin American Soccer
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Club America was born on October 12, 1916 and from its beginnings they wore yellow and blue as its colors. Love it or hate it, the Eagles have forged their legend with great times and championships full of spectacular football and unforgettable moments. It is the most winning team in Mexican Soccer with 13 League Titles (one more than its staunch rival, Chivas). This season with the help of Henry Martín, Roger Martínez, and Guillermo Ochoa, they set out to win their 14th championship. Take the flight of the eagle.
Surf Sports, the nationally leading organization in elite youth soccer tournaments, is proud to announce the launch of Club América Cup, an exciting new event in partnership with Club América, Mexico’s 2023 Primera División Champions and one of the world’s most prestigious professional teams. The 2024 event will be the premier international youth soccer competition showcasing top teams from North, Central, and South América, ultimately crowning the Champions of the Americas across each Boys and Girls age groups from U19 through U8.
In its inaugural year, Club América Cup top brackets will be played as the Grupo de Campeones for Boys 2010-2012 and Girls 2005/6 and 2008s, with international matchups featured in our Grupo Internacional de Campeones for Boys 2010. The anticipation is already building with commitments from top academies across each continent including Club América (Mexico), Liga Deportiva Alajuelense (Costa Rica), Sociedad Esportiva Palmeiras (Brazil), Los Angeles FC, LA Galaxy, and Surf (U.S.)
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Club America Features
América and Mazatlán battle it out to a 2-2 draw at the Azteca
The Aguilas went down a goal twice, but were able to make a comeback and salvage at least a point.
Club América lose their first game of the Clausura to Pachuca
Thanks to a brace by Erick Sanchez, the Tuzos hand the Aguilas their first loss as the visitors did not look like themselves all game long.
América able to take home all three points thanks to stoppage time PK
A bad performance from both teams, but a last minute penalty secured the win for the Águilas.
CONCACAF CC – Real Estelí 2, América 1: Nicaraguan delight… for now
Jardine’s team missed countless opportunities and it end up costing them, but there are still 90 minutes to go.
América drop points for second consecutive game with 1-1 draw to Monterrey at home
Both teams might want to forget this game ever happened as they had a combined 15 shots at goal.
América defeat FC Juárez 2-0 on the road as current champs continue strong start
Head coach André Jardine may have had a head-scratching starting lineup, but it paid off as they won on the road.
Club América defeat Querétaro at home 2-0
The Águilas may have looked rusty, but they got the job done at home and are six for six points.
Club América start the season by visting Tijuana
The Águilas will be looking to start the season with a win as they start their journey to the bicampeonato.
Can ‘Chicote’ Calderón revive his career at Club América?
Calderón has been given another chance with the Águilas, so much is riding on his performance on and off the field.
Club América crowned champion of the Apertura 2023
The game was pretty tight until a red card in the 80th minute changed everything. The Águilas would not hold back as they scored three goals in extra time to secure their 14th title.
Club América punch their ticket to the semifinals with win over León
La Fiera were able to hold on during the first half, but lost gas in the second half where the Águilas put two goals away to get the win.
América too much for Tijuana to handle with 3-0 stomping
Xolos did a great job most of the game keeping the Águilas at bay, but a red card changed everything for the visitors.
Match recap: Club América 4, Santos Laguna 3
An entertaining match that saw América down Santos 4-3 at Estadio Azteca.
Club América welcomes Club Santos to the Azteca looking to continue their dominance performance
The team will have to do without Diego Valdés, but the Aguilas should not have a problem with the Guerreros, who are in need of a win to keep their Liguilla hopes alive.
Club America defeats Chivas once again in Superclasico friendly
Club America defeated Chivas by a 2-0 score in a friendly where Chivas had gone all out.
Even the rain not enough to slow down América; crush Pachuca 4-0
It looks like the Aguilas are taking flight at just the right time.
América now 3 for 3 in clásicos after 1-0 victory over Pumas
Some controversial calls and non-calls ended with the Águilas on top as they defeated Pumas in the Clásico Capitalino.
Clásico Nacional: Chivas was no match for an América team that is finally taking flight
Chivas had no answer as they faced the Aguilas, who showed no mercy as they downed them 4-0.
Club América take the Clásico Joven yet again with 3-2 win over Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul were the better of the two, teams but couldn’t reflect it on the scoreboard.
América defeat Necaxa 3-2 at home
The Aguilas head coach André Jardine had been receiving criticism for a slow start, but this win shut the mouths of those critics… for now at least.
Club América welcome Atlas to the Estadio Azteca in last-minute venue change
Originally the game was to be played at the Estadio Jalisco, but the poor field conditions changed the venue, meaning Atlas will now travel to Mexico City instead.
América take a 1-0 lead back home with them after first leg win over Chivas
Guadalajara had a great start, but lacked the finishing touch to put the game away in the first half. This allowed the visitors to come out victorious.
The Gold Cup and Copa América exist for professionals, but there is no event for youth to test themselves in the same way. Surf Sports is thrilled to join forces with an exceptional partner like Club América, together committed to bringing a world-class event for the first-time to San Diego, a city rich with Mexican culture and a vibrant soccer community. We look forward to Club América’s academy teams playing stateside, and welcome top teams from across the Americas to compete at the highest level against a growing list of professional youth academies.
Brian Enge, Surf Sports COO
2x CONCACAF CHAMPIONS LEAGUE WINNER
15/16 , 14/15
5x CONCACAF CHAMPIONS CUP WINNER
05/06 , 91/92 , 89/90 , 86/87 , 76/77
6x MEXICAN CAMPEÓN DE CAMPEONES
2019 , 2005 , 88/89 , 87/88 , 75/76 , 54/55
7x MEXICAN CHAMPION
88/89 , 87/88 , 84/85 , 83/84 , 75/76 , 70/71 , 65/66
4x MEXICAN CHAMPION APERTURA
23/24 , 18/19 , 14/15 , 85/86
3x MEXICAN CLAUSURA CHAMPION
12/13 , 04/05 , 01/02
5x MEXICAN CUP WINNER
73/74 , 64/65 , 63/64 , 54/55 , 53/54
1x MEXICAN CUP WINNER CLAUSURA
18/19
Players of CA
| # | Player | Age | Nat. | Contract | Market value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Luis MalagónGoalkeeper | 27 |  | – | ₹40 Cr |
| 27 |  Óscar JiménezGoalkeeper | 35 | | – | ₹3.2 Cr |
| 4 |  Sebastián CáceresCentre-Back | 24 |  | Dec 31, 2024 | ₹56 Cr |
| 3 |  Israel ReyesCentre-Back | 23 | | Dec 31, 2026 | ₹32 Cr |
| 31 |  Igor LichnovskyCentre-Back | 29 |   | Jun 30, 2024 | ₹32 Cr |
| 29 |  Ramón JuárezCentre-Back | 22 | | – | ₹16 Cr |
| 14 |  Néstor AraújoCentre-Back | 32 |  | Jun 30, 2025 | ₹12 Cr |
| 26 |  Salvador ReyesLeft-Back | 25 | | – | ₹28 Cr |
| 18 |  Cristian CalderónLeft-Back | 26 | | – | ₹16 Cr |
| 2 |  Luis FuentesLeft-Back | 37 | | – | ₹4 Cr |
| 5 |  Kevin ÁlvarezRight-Back | 25 | | Jun 30, 2027 | ₹56 Cr |
| 23 |  Emilio LaraRight-Back | 21 | | – | ₹14.4 Cr |
| 6 |  Jonathan dos SantosDefensive Midfield | 33 | | – | ₹8 Cr |
| 16 |  Santiago NavedaDefensive Midfield | 22 | | – | ₹3.2 Cr |
| 8 |  Álvaro FidalgoCentral Midfield | 26 | | Jun 30, 2026 | ₹64 Cr |
| 20 |  Richard SánchezCentral Midfield | 27 |  | Jun 30, 2026 | ₹56 Cr |
| 10 |  Diego ValdésAttacking Midfield | 30 | | Dec 31, 2026 | ₹56 Cr |
| 7 |  Brian RodríguezLeft Winger | 23 | | Jun 30, 2026 | ₹40 Cr |
| 28 |  Mauro LaínezLeft Winger | 27 | | – | ₹6.4 Cr |
| 17 |  Álex ZendejasRight Winger | 26 |  | – | ₹40 Cr |
| 24 |  Javairô DilrosunRight Winger | 25 |   | Dec 31, 2024 | ₹32 Cr |
| 33 |  Julián QuiñonesCentre-Forward | 26 |  | Jun 30, 2027 | ₹80 Cr |
| 21 |  Henry Martín Centre-Forward | 31 | | Jun 30, 2024 | ₹40 Cr |
| 11 |  Jonathan RodríguezCentre-Forward | 30 | | Jun 30, 2026 | ₹32 Cr |
| 19 |  Illian HernándezCentre-Forward | 23 | | Dec 31, 2024 | ₹6.4 Cr |
| 30 |  Arturo MartínezCentre-Forward | 21 | | – | ₹1.6 Cr |
SQUAD DETAILS BY POSITION
| Position | ø-Age | Market value | ø-Market value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | 31.00 | ₹43.2 Cr | ₹21.6 Cr | |
| Defender | 26.40 | ₹266 Cr | ₹26.64 Cr | |
| midfield | 27.60 | ₹187 Cr | ₹37.44 Cr | |
| Attack | 25.78 | ₹278 Cr | ₹30.93 Cr | |
| Total: | 26.77 | ₹775 Cr | ₹29.82 Cr | |