Club América eliminated from Leagues Cup semifinals by Monterrey

Club América was eliminated from the Leagues Cup semifinals by Monterrey following a penalty shootout in Los Angeles. The match was marked by significant controversy regarding a penalty awarded to Monterrey during regulation time.

América coach Guillermo Almada criticized the officiating, specifically targeting Mexican referee Erick Yair Miranda and his performance in the VAR booth. Almada described the VAR decision as a ‘horror’ and suggested that the official had a history of decisions that disadvantaged the club. He called on the Leagues Cup organization to ensure higher-quality officiating for decisive matches.

Following the loss, player Alan Cervantes took responsibility for the team's exit after missing his shot during the penalty shootout. In a social media statement, Cervantes expressed deep emotional distress and apologized to his teammates and fans, stating he felt like the ‘principal and only responsible’ for the outcome.