Undefeated América crushes Atlético de San Luis 3-0 to lead league table

Club América solidified its undefeated status in the Apertura 2026 season with a commanding 3-0 victory against Atlético de San Luis. The win, achieved at the Coloso de Santa Úrsula, propelled América to the top of the general standings, showcasing their dominance early in the tournament.

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América continues undefeated, after thrashing Atlético de San Luis (3-0) in the fourth round of the Apertura 2026. The top of the general table is painted sky blue.

The scoring opened in the 26th minute when Raphael Veiga found the back of the net with a powerful left-footed shot from outside the box, assisted by Dagoberto Espinoza. Despite a brief moment of controversy surrounding Espinoza's assist due to a potential handball, the goal energized the home crowd. The match also saw an early yellow card for América's captain Henry Martín and Atlético de San Luis defender Robson Bambu following a physical altercation.

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After receiving the ball from Dagoberto Espinoza, Raphael Veiga (26’) opened the scoring with a left-footed shot from outside the area.

Atlético de San Luis's challenge was significantly hampered when Robson Bambu received a second yellow card in the 47th minute, leading to his expulsion. This numerical advantage allowed América to capitalize on their opponent's diminished morale. Óscar Perea extended América's lead in the 52nd minute with a goal inside the box, marking a successful debut in Mexican football for the Colombian player after his performance in the Leagues Cup.

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Both the América captain and the Atlético de San Luis defender received a yellow card for pushing each other in the first chapter of the match.

The rout was completed in the 66th minute by América's youth academy product, Diego Arriaga, who also scored his first goal for the club. The team celebrated collectively, highlighting their strong camaraderie. With this result, América boasts three wins and one draw. Their next fixture is against Bravos de Juárez in the local league, followed by a Leagues Cup quarterfinal clash against Columbus Crew.

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From that moment on, that Potosina squad that initially scared the Eagles with two shots on goal seemed distant.