América coach Almada dismisses past failures, focuses on present international goals

América coach Guillermo Almada is unfazed by the club's decade-long drought in international titles, asserting that his focus is solely on the current team's performance and ambition.

"I cannot judge or evaluate what happened before; I wasn't there, it would be very bold to comment on past situations," Almada stated during a press conference. He highlighted the players' positive disposition and progress in adopting the team's footballing philosophy since he took charge.

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I cannot judge or evaluate what happened before; I wasn't there, it would be very bold to comment on past situations. What I can say is that since I took over the players, they have been very willing to achieve the club's objectives, with great desire and progressing in the football idea.

The Mexican club is set to participate in the Leagues Cup, a competition that has historically yielded more disappointment than satisfaction for them. This year marks the first time the tournament will feature matches outside the United States, with América hosting San Diego FC at the Estadio Coloso de Santa Úrsula.

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América has the obligation to be a protagonist in all tournaments, the aspirations are maximum. It is never necessary to tell us the importance that international tournaments have for América; its greatness must be demonstrated, and for us, it is a sporting objective.

Despite the historical context, Almada stressed that América's obligation is to be a protagonist in every tournament, with "maximum aspirations." He declared, "América never needs to be told the importance of international tournaments; its greatness must be demonstrated, and for us, it is a sporting objective."

The team arrives for the Leagues Cup on a high, currently leading the Liga MX Apertura 2026 tournament undefeated with seven points. Almada expressed confidence in his team's ability to maintain their momentum, stating, "We arrive at a good moment, and undoubtedly winning tomorrow is our objective. I repeat, the demands in matches and the disposition of my players do not change. We are eager to bring joy to our fans."

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We arrive at a good moment and undoubtedly winning tomorrow is our objective. I return to the same point, the demand in the matches and the disposition of my players does not change. We have a great desire to bring joy to our fans.