Leon vs CF America: match report
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CF America secured a five-goal victory over Leon after taking a two-goal lead in the first half. Henry Martin opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the twenty-fourth minute, and Carlos Alvarez extended the advantage before halftime. Leon responded in the second half with goals from Jose Alvarado, Ivan Moreno, and Ismael Diaz, but further strikes from Erick Sanchez, Oscar Andres Perea Abonce, and Brian Rodriguez sealed the win for the visiting side.
Updated on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at
Match stats
CF America capitalized on clinical finishing despite holding less possession than Leon, converting ten shots on target into five goals. The visitors generated a higher expected goals figure and outshot their opponents, while Leon failed to overcome the deficit despite creating seven corners and registering five saves from the visiting attack.
Lineups
Leon
3Juan Guevara
7Ivan Moreno
13Daniel Arcila75'
14Jhohan Romana
18Edgar Guerra63'
20Rodrigo Echeverria- 23Óscar García
26Salvador Reyes
27Diber Armando Cambindo Abonia
29Jose Rodriguez63'- 203Edwin Lara45'
Came on
Rest of the bench (5)
4Bryan Colula
5Sebastian Vegas- 21Santiago Londoño
25Paul Bellon Saracho
33Abraham Villegas Maciel
Tactical adjustments shifted the momentum as substitutes influenced the scoreline. Jose Alvarado and Ismael Diaz struck for Leon following second-half changes, with Daniel Arcila and Fernando Beltran providing assists. CF America responded through Oscar Andres Perea Abonce and Brian Rodriguez, combining for a late goal and assist after entering from the bench.
Minute by minute
23 events
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Preview
Warming up
Our coverage of Leon vs CF America starts now. In the Liga MX 2026/27, Matchday 12: the ball starts rolling at at Estadio León (Nou Camp). From now until the final whistle, everything that happens is right here.
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The run
Leon have won 2 of their last 6 games and lost 1. In their last 6 games, CF America have won 3, drawn 2 and lost 1. CF America arrive with goals on their mind: 2.3 per game.
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The table says it all
In the table, Leon are in position 6 on 18 points and CF America in position 1 on 21. CF America are the leaders, and it shows in their confidence. Three points are up for grabs and the table could shift quite a bit.
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The goal threat
When it comes to goals, the man for CF America is 1 H. Martín: he already has 6 in the competition. The answer from the other side is Daniel Arcila, with 4 goals.
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The betting numbers
CF America go in as favourites with the bookmakers: a win is priced at 2.10. An upset by Leon pays 2.90; the draw, 3.20. In probability terms, that is a 42% chance of winning.
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Here it comes
21 minutes to kick-off. There's still time to make your prediction: it closes at kick-off.
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The teams are coming out
Everything is ready for Leon vs CF America. All ready at Estadio León (Nou Camp) to welcome the teams. Starting shortly: follow it here.
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Kick-off
Kick-off! Leon and CF America are under way.
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24'
CF AmericaFirst goal of the match, by CF America!
Henry Martin converts the penalty: Leon 0-1 CF America.
Penalty
Leon 0-1 CF America
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28'
LeonJhohan Romana (Leon) is booked.
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34'
CF AmericaCF America double their lead!
Carlos Álvarez finds the net and it's Leon 0-2 CF America. Assisted by Henry Martin.
Leon 0-2 CF America
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45'
LeonYellow card for Daniel Arcila, of Leon.
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45'
CF AmericaYellow card for Franco Rossano, of CF America.
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45'
CF AmericaIsrael Reyes (CF America) is booked.
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45'
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Half time Leon 0-2 CF America
They head into the break: Leon 0-2 CF America.
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53'
LeonGoal for Leon, who close the gap!
Jose Alvarado finds the net and it's Leon 1-2 CF America. The pass came from Daniel Arcila.
8 minutes after coming on
Leon 1-2 CF America
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58'
CF AmericaCF America stretch the lead!
Erick Sánchez gets his name on the scoresheet: Leon 1-3 CF America. Carlos Álvarez with the pass.
Leon 1-3 CF America
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61'
LeonJuan Guevara, of Leon, is booked.
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63'
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74'
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75'
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75'
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75'
CF AmericaYellow card for Álex Zendejas, of CF America.
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80'
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82'
LeonLeon pull one back and it's a one-goal game!
Ivan Moreno puts it away: Leon 2-3 CF America.
Leon 2-3 CF America
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83'
CF AmericaDouble substitution for CF America.
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84'
CF AmericaCF America seal it!
Oscar Andres Perea Abonce gets his name on the scoresheet: Leon 2-4 CF America. Assisted by Brian Rodríguez.
Just came on
Leon 2-4 CF America
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90'
CF AmericaCF America go three up: a rout!
The goal goes to Brian Rodríguez: Leon 2-5 CF America. Set up by Oscar Andres Perea Abonce.
Leon 2-5 CF America
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90'
CF AmericaYellow card for Edwin Cerrillo (CF America).
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90'
LeonYellow card for Juan Dominguez (Leon).
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90'
LeonGoal for Leon, though they're still well behind!
Ismael Díaz finds the net and it's Leon 3-5 CF America. Set up by Fernando Beltran.
27 minutes after coming on
Leon 3-5 CF America
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FT Leon 3-5 CF America
Final whistle! CF America take the match: Leon 3-5 CF America.
Where they stand
Group A| Team | MP | GD | Pts | |
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| 1 | CF America | 11 | +13 | 24 |
| 2 | Toluca | 12 | +10 | 21 |
| 3 | Atlas | 12 | +1 | 21 |
| 4 | CD Guadalajara | 12 | +7 | 20 |
| 5 | Cruz Azul | 12 | +6 | 20 |
| 6 | Queretaro FC | 11 | +2 | 20 |
| 7 | Leon | 12 | +1 | 18 |
| 8 | Monterrey | 11 | +3 | 17 |
| 9 | Santos Laguna | 12 | +1 | 16 |
| 10 | Tijuana | 11 | +1 | 16 |
| 11 | Pumas | 12 | -1 | 16 |
| 12 | Puebla | 12 | -1 | 16 |
| 13 | Tigres | 12 | -2 | 14 |
| 14 | Pachuca | 12 | +3 | 13 |
| 15 | Atlético San Luis | 12 | -5 | 13 |
| 16 | Atlante | 12 | -6 | 11 |
| 17 | Necaxa | 12 | -10 | 9 |
| 18 | FC Juarez | 12 | -23 | 4 |
CF America climbed to the top of the standings after securing the away victory. Leon dropped to seventh place following the defeat at Estadio Leon. CF America will prepare for their next fixture, while Leon looks to recover ground in the upcoming round.