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- Next Saturday, in Estadio Azul at 18:00 EST, Cruz Azul and America will face off in the premier matchup of the Apertura 2012 week 9. Photo: Mexsport
- Christian Gimenez is recovering from an injury in training prior to the Tigres match. He is expected to help Cruz Azul recover from its bad streak in the league. Photo: Mexsport
- Daniel Montenegro is the generator of attacking play for Las Aguilas, with most plays going through him. He will have his team on his back. Photo: Mexsport
- After suffering an injury in the match against Pumas, Mariano Pavone played his first full length match since against Tigres. He looked out of rhythm, and he will look to recover his form against America. Photo: Mexsport
- Christian Benitez is the star of the America attach with give goals so far in the tournament, behind only Esteban Paredes of Atlante. Chucho will need to break through for America to get the win. Photo: Mexsport
- Javier Aquino is the big gamble for la Maquina on the right wing. His dynamic and offensive clarity have given him a greater responsibility after the injury from Pablo Barrera. Photo: Mexsport
- His s experience from the Toulon tournament and the London Olympic Games gave Raul Jimenez confidence to use his physical strength top open up spaces and win the balls in the air. Photo: Mexsport
- Jesus Corona is considered the best goalkeeper in Mexico, becoming one of the emotional leader son the Olympic teams. He is given the responsibility of defending the Cruz Azul goal. Photo: Mexsport
- Due to Americas offensive scheme, Aquivaldo Mosuera has to be attentive to the opponents counterattacks, especially when facing a player as dangerous as Mariano Pavone on the set pieces. Photo: Mexsport
- Cruz Azul captain, Gerardo Torrado, has recovered some of his part form after missing most of last season due to injury. Its still his responsibility to obstruct Americas attack and recover the ball for the home team. Photo: Mexsport
- Jose Maria Cardenas has been winning points with America through his vertical play and taking on defenders. Photo: Mexsport
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Next Saturday, in Estadio Azul at 18:00 EST, Cruz Azul and America will face off in the premier matchup of the Apertura 2012 week 9.
Photo: Mexsport
