The possible starting lineup for América vs Columbus Crew for the 2024 Campeones Cup

As has become customary in recent years, the current champion of the MLS and the current monarch of the Liga MX They are measured by the trophy of Champions Cupon this occasion, the Columbus Crew by the United States will collide with the America of Mexico, two-time champion of the Apertura 2023 and Clausura 2024. And once again, the title will be fought on North American soil, in the Lower.com Fieldthis Wednesday, September 25.

It should be remembered that for this commitment, the Eagles do not have the Uruguayan defender Sebastian Caceres due to injury, who has already returned to training and according to TUDNhis return would take place during the first week of October. In the same vein is Israel Reyesvictim of a torn right femoral biceps muscle, awaiting his return in October.

On the other hand, regarding the clash against the Americathe strategist of The Crewthe French Wilfried Nancyindicated: “I’m very excited. Another chance to play the final in front of our home fans and fight for a trophy. This is what we play for, to be in these situations and we’re grateful to be as healthy as we are and to be in the position we’re in. So now we’re recovering for these next few days and we’ll get ready for America on Wednesday.”.

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Goalkeeper: Luis Malagon – The goalkeeper has already been a factor in lifting two league titles and could once again be the difference between returning with the cup in hand or empty-handed.

Defense: Nestor Araujo – The Mexican continues to be criticised by fans for some specific errors, however, he suddenly regains his memory and shows why he had a long career in Spain.

Defense: Ramon Juarez – With the injuries of Caceres and the Chilean Igor Lichnovskythe youth player received the vote of confidence again and has been good, he even gave the victory in the National Classic.

Left back: Cristian Borja – The Colombian has been alternating the position with Christian Calderonbut since the latter participated against Necaxa at the weekend, we will probably see him from the start.

Right back: Dagoberto Espinosa – With Kings injured and with Kevin Alvarez recently recovered, we could again see the youngster appearing in the starting line-up, since the Brazilian coach André Jardine He has played as a full-back in recent matches, despite the fact that his best form is as an inside midfielder.

Pivot: Jonathan Dos Santos – The coach’s right-hand man never fails to contain the ball, as he knows very well how to set up the play from the start, without stopping to cover the metres throughout the 90 minutes.

Pivot: Alvaro Fidalgo – With the injuries that the squad has suffered, the Spaniard has had to act as a midfielder and sometimes it even seems that he is a winger or a full-back, thus demonstrating how complete he is. His best effectiveness is when he accompanies Two Saints in midfield.

Midfielder: Diego Valdes – The Eagles have suffered the absence of the Chilean in several games, but he finally returned, although they will have to be careful because he is a constant vi
ctim of injuries.

Right winger: Javairo Dilrosun – The Dutchman started on the bench in the league match to make way for Alejandro Zendejasso he would be the star against the Americans.

Left winger: Brian Rodriguez – Given the great games the Uruguayan has played, it would be incredible if he were left out in a match where a title is at stake. Thanks to Rayito, Coapa’s men rescued the point against Necaxa because his individual play ended up giving rise to the rebound for the goal.

Forward: Henry Martin – The captain continues to accumulate records. Against Necaxa he scored his 110th goal to become the fourth highest scorer for the institution and with this in mind, he will go all out to continue increasing his quota.

This is what America’s possible lineup would look like:

Goalie: Luis Malagon
Defenses: Nestor Araujo, Ramon Juarez, Dagoberto Espinoza, Cristian Borja
Midfielders: Jonathan Dos Santos, Álvaro Fidalgo, Diego Valdés
Forwards: Javairo Dilrosun, Brian Rodriguez, Henry Martin
Substitutes: ‘Chicote’ Calderon, Rodrigo Aguirre, Victor Davila, Alex Zendejas, Erick Sanchez, Kevin Alvarez, Alan Cervantes, Miguel Vazquez, Rodolfo Cota, Richard Sanchez, Ivan Rodriguez

Goalie: Patrick Schulte
Defenses: Yevhen Cheberko, Malte Amundsen, Steven Moreira
Midfielders: Alexandru Matan, Darlington Nagbe, Maximilian Arfsten, Mohamed Farsi
Forwards: Russell-Rowe, Cucho Hernandez, Diego Rossi do it
Substitutes: Marcelo Herrera, Aziel Jackson, Christian Ramirez, Yaw Yeboah, Dylan Chambost, Jacen Russell-Rowe, Rudy Camacho, Nicholas Hagen, DeJuan Jones, Derrick Jones

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