Miguel Ángel Borja scored for América in a 4-2 win over Necaxa

Liga MX Standings and Match Context

América entered this fixture looking to solidify its position near the top of the table. With the 4-2 win, the club advanced to 20 points, recording six wins, two draws, and one loss. They share the top spot in the Apertura standings with Toluca, which currently holds the leader’s position due to a superior goal differential.

Manager Guillermo Almada oversaw an attacking lineup that capitalized on defensive lapses from Necaxa, which is coached by Juan Reynoso. Necaxa managed to take the lead twice during the first half before América seized control after the break.

How the Goals Unfolded

Necaxa opened the scoring in the 37th minute when Owen González struck with his right foot to put the hosts ahead—an advantage short-lived as Henry Martín equalized just two minutes later by poking home a loose ball inside the penalty area.

In the 43rd minute, Necaxa reclaimed the lead through a penalty converted by Julián Carranza. América responded deep into first-half stoppage time when Martín converted a penalty in the 45th+10 minute to level the score 2-2 heading into halftime.

América dominated the second half. Miguel Ángel Borja put the visitors ahead for the first time with a left-footed finish in the 56th minute. Martín secured his hat-trick and sealed the 4-2 final score by converting another penalty in the 75th minute.

Borja’s Impact Since Joining América

Miguel Ángel Borja played 76 minutes before being substituted for América. The Colombian forward joined the Mexican club last month following a transfer from Al-Wasl in the United Arab Emirates. With his strike against Necaxa, Borja has now scored four goals in his new uniform.

The victory provides América with vital momentum as the Apertura tournament continues. The team shares its 20-point tally with Toluca, setting up a tight race for the regular-season title in Mexican professional football.