Emilio Azcarraga Jean, president of Grupo Televisa and owner of Club America, assured that the Eagles cannot be ruled out of fighting for their 17th title in the playoffs of the 2025 Liga MX Apertura tournament, regardless the position they finished in during the regular season.

The businessman's prediction was made in an interview with TUDN, where he stated that for America, fighting for titles is part of their nature and that it should be remembered that not long ago they won the title starting in the playoffs from the Play-In stage, so in the series they will begin against Monterrey, they cannot be considered victims.

“We have won the championship as the first-place team, we have won the championship as visitors, we have won the championship from the Play-In stage,” he said within the context that America cannot be underestimated by anything or anyone.

Azcarraga also said that America has won titles at different times and in different situations, both from the position of overall leader, second in the standings, and from the Play-In stage, playing at home and away, above all because the fundamental thing is the performance in each match, especially in the current tournament where they will start in fourth place trying to achieve their tenth title. seventh star

The owner of Club America also said: “We hope they give us the 17th. First the Quarterfinals and from there on out,” in addition to highlighting that despite all the problems they had to overcome throughout the championship.

He also acknowledged the weight that the Aguilas fans carry in decisive moments; they are fundamental, especially in their home games, and of course he accepted that playing a final at the Azteca Stadium has always been crucial.

“Our fans are very important because they have made a difference in other games, especially when we have played at the Azteca Stadium, but without a doubt their presence to support us and their encouragement in the pursuit of the titles we have will always be valued,” he concluded.