Club América's summer in the United States is about to kick off. The team has two major exhibition matches coming up against Premier League sides Chelsea and Aston Villa. These matches will be valuable preparation for their participation in the upcoming Leagues Cup tournament. Club América is no stranger to these high-profile clashes against Premier League sides. Despite past struggles, Club América’s familiarity with Premier League giants sets the stage for a possible breakthrough in their upcoming encounters.

Club América vs Premier League Titans: Revisiting Previous Showdowns

Historical Overview

Club América has previously faced a total of three Premier League sides: Chelsea, Manchester City, and Manchester United. Interestingly enough, América has faced each of these teams three times:

- Games against Chelsea:

- July 14, 2007: Club América 1-2 Chelsea

- July 26, 2009: Chelsea 2-0 Club América

- July 16, 2022: Club América 1-2 Chelsea

- Games against Manchester City:

- July 28, 2010: Club América 1-1 Manchester City (City won the game 4-1 on penalties)

- July 16, 2011: Club América 0-2 Manchester City

- July 07, 2022: Manchester City 2-1 Club América

- Games against Manchester United:

- July 27, 2003: Manchester United 3-1 Club América

- July 17, 2015: Club América 0-1 Manchester United

- July 19, 2018: Manchester United 1-1 Club América

These matches, while challenging, have been crucial in providing experience against some of the best teams in the world. The drawback may be that the results haven’t been favorable, but the games have served their purpose during preseason by exposing the name of América to broader horizons. The biggest highlight was a 1-1 draw against Manchester United back in 2018, showcasing the team’s potential on an international stage. This was a year when América would eventually crown themselves champions in Liga MX.

Struggles and Lessons Learned

The journey has not been easy when going up against these English teams. The physical and tactical prowess of Premier League teams has often tested América. Not to mention, the majority of the times Club América played against these teams, it was during a period when América was going through one of its worst phases in recent history. An economic downturn, poor management from top to bottom, and a player pool that left plenty to be desired by fans. Even with all these setbacks, the club provided valuable moments to remember these games by. Oftentimes, pinning these teams back and giving brief flashes of their true potential. These encounters exposed areas for improvement, offering valuable lessons that América often didn’t learn. Despite the lack of victories, these experiences have been pivotal in shaping the team’s growth down the road.

Current Form and Optimism

Currently, Club América stands as one of the strongest teams in its history, having recently achieved the status of bicampeones. With a formidable squad and a winning mentality, the team enters these matches with renewed confidence. While they aren’t coming into the game on their best form, nothing brings out the best in these players like a high-profile match. This period of success suggests that América is well-prepared to challenge the Premier League’s elite more effectively than ever before. The gap has never been closer between Club América and their upcoming opponents. As crazy as that last sentence may sound, it truly is the dawn of América. While they may not have achieved their prestigious goal of making it into the Club World Cup, games like these, even in preseason, give them a chance to answer the question of how good they are compared to the European elite.

Conclusion

Club América’s journey against Premier League teams has been one of resilience and learning. While past results have been challenging, the future holds promise. As they prepare for these pivotal matches, there’s a sense of anticipation and optimism. This could be the moment when América not only competes but also triumphs on the international stage. The first test against Chelsea will be this upcoming Tuesday, July 31, at 7:30 PM EST.