Club América had the chance to maintain their place at the top of the table when they welcomed Monterrey to the Estadio Azteca on Saturday, but the game instead ended in a 1-1 draw with both teams tied at 11 points after a painful one for both. The Águilas will have a short turnaround as they start their journey in the CONCACAF Champions Cup when they travel to face Real Estelí later tonight. Monterrey will also have a short turnaround as they travel to face Comunicaciones in the CONCACAF Champions Cup also tonight.
Águilas went into the game without three of their top players since Henry Martín, Kevin Álvarez and Richard Sánchez were unavailable due to injuries and suspension.