The America team draws 2-2 in their visit to Estadio Jalisco

The America team drew 2-2 in their visit to Estadio Jalisco, where they had a two-goal advantage and Atlas stopped their three consecutive victories.

Although not everything can be perfect for the Rojinegro team, who have gone eight games without a victory in Clausura 2023, they broke a three-game losing streak thanks to a great performance by Brian Lozano, who scored a brace.

It seemed that it would be an easy night for Fernando Ortiz's team, who quickly took the lead in the scoreline and seemed to predict the worst for an already damaged team led by Benjamin Mora.

Jonathan Rodríguez, after shaking off his mark, placed the ball at the far post, unreachable for Camilo Vargas, who despite his effort could not prevent the goal in the 31st minute.

But America's response was quick and almost lethal. In the 40th minute, Henry Martín, the symbol and idol of these Azulcremas, took a fierce shot just outside the area and scored the 0-2. The Jalisco Stadium, with a significant presence of yellow shirts, went crazy.

But Atlas found strength in weakness. The Zorros have a lot to improve, especially with their debut in the Concacaf Champions League, but they showed that they have not forgotten how to play football. With an inspired Brian Lozano, they came back.

In the 46th minute, the Uruguayan scored a spectacular free-kick, his second goal of the tournament from this spot, reducing the deficit for the Zorros, who promised a chaotic second half as they sought to avoid a defeat at any cost.

Then, in the 68th minute, Lozano scored the equalizer. The 'Huevo' found the ball just outside the area and tried his luck, which paid off thanks to the effect the ball had on Óscar Jiménez. The 2-2 was decreed, and to everyone's surprise, the moment belonged to Atlas.

Although time ran out for the tapatíos, and America failed to convert the chances they found in Atlas' area. It's another week of respite for Mora, who has a lot to improve but showed signs of life. That two-time champion team is far from dead.

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