Sisters set for Liga Femenil MX championship clash

The upcoming Liga Femenil MX championship match between América and Tigres carries a special familial tension for the Rodríguez sisters, Karina and Anika. Karina Rodríguez, a defender for América, will face her sister Anika, who plays for Tigres' Amazonas.

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My parents are always supporting both of us. When we play against each other, it's difficult for the family. Sometimes they wear one jersey in the first half and then in the second half, the other, depending on who is winning.

Their parents navigate the sisterly rivalry with a unique approach, reportedly switching jerseys at halftime to support whoever is winning. Karina shared her mixed feelings about the situation, admitting it's difficult for the family when they play against each other. "My parents are always supporting both of us. When we play against each other, it's difficult for the family," she told El Universal Deportes, adding with a laugh, "Sometimes they wear one jersey in the first half and then in the second half, the other, depending on who is winning."

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I always want the best for my sister, except when she's playing against us.

Despite the competitive nature of their professional careers, Karina emphasized her support for her sister's success. "I always want the best for my sister, except when she's playing against us," she stated. The upcoming match holds significant weight, as both sisters will be key figures in one of the most important games of the women's calendar.

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Obviously, it would be something very special to be able to play together.

Karina also expressed a desire to share the field with Anika at the club level, a feat they have already accomplished with the national team. "Obviously, it would be something very special to be able to play together," she confessed. However, she acknowledged the current reality, with Karina being a staunch América supporter and Anika passionate about Tigres. "I like being here and she likes being there. Let's see what happens in the future, but I think one thing we both have is a lot of passion for our respective clubs," Karina concluded.

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I like being here and she likes being there. Let's see what happens in the future, but I think one thing we both have is a lot of passion for our respective clubs.