Zendejas in Doubt

Winger May Be Unavailable Against Chivas on Saturday

Alejandro Zendejas' availability for Club América's crucial weekend clash against Chivas remains uncertain after the U.S. international was held out of Thursday's Concacaf Champions Cup match against Olimpia as a precautionary measure.

The Mexican-American winger has been managing discomfort since América's recent encounter with Monterrey, where he requested an early substitution to prevent aggravating the issue. While manager André Jardine initially downplayed the severity, calling it minor.

His potential absence looms large over Saturday's National Classic. When Zendejas doesn't feature, América's offensive output noticeably declines—a concerning reality for supporters ahead of the rivalry showdown. The 28-year-old has been in good form when healthy, recently scoring the match-winner against Monterrey on his birthday with a composed 65th-minute strike.

Meanwhile, América has moved to bolster its squad with reinforcements. Brazilian midfielder Vinícius Lima attended the Olimpia match from the stands and has been confirmed ready for the Chivas clash by Jardine. The Concacaf Champions Cup represents a vital objective for Jardine's project, but the absence of Zendejas and midfielder Alan Cervantes forces immediate tactical adjustments as América navigates a demanding schedule across multiple competitions.