So, let's dive into the fray, shall we? Club América and Club Tijuana are sizing each other up, like a couple of roosters in a henhouse. To call this just another game would be much like calling a thoroughbred just another horse.
Club América, with the swagger of a favorite, has shown some class in the recent past. Comparing last season's record, it's like putting a Rottweiler against a Chihuahua, relatively speaking of course. Club América parked it at 10-4-3, versus Club Tijuana's 6-1-10. You don't need to be a rocket scientist to see which numbers are punchier.
Now, let's move onto past wars between these two. It's interesting to note the heavy draw tendency, although, Club América did give Club Tijuana a good spanking a couple of times, it was some time ago. Makes you wonder if the memory still stings or if we're looking at water under the bridge.
Looking at recent skirmishes, Club Tijuana has a bit of weather on the sails. The latest victory over Querétaro should give them a bit of pep in their step, nonetheless. And let's not forget about the string of wins against Santos Laguna and Mazatlán. They aren't exactly slouching here.
But alas, Club América, like an erratic weather vane, has become tough to predict. They drew against Juárez, floundered versus Toluca, and got a win against Cruz Azul. Not exactly a smooth sailing ship, but hey, that's the beauty of football.
So, it's not written in the stars. But if I had to pick, it'd be...
Albert’s Prediction: Club América by 2