Milito Minimizes Surprise Following Chivas’ Victory Over América

Chivas secured a crucial 2-1 victory over América at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes in the Clásico Nacional, as reported by Olé. This win provided relief for coach Gabriel Milito, who had been facing criticism due to a poor start in the Apertura 2025, turning a tense match into a pivotal moment for the team.

The Argentine coach rejected the notion that the victory was unexpected. “It’s not an upset. The team had been showing positive signs. When results aren’t favorable, it seems like everything is wrong, starting with the coach, and the players get questioned. This is not an upset; we came here to win,” Milito stated.

He highlighted the confidence of his players: “We played with no doubt about winning, fully convinced, and this will give us more strength moving forward. This victory marks a starting point for a brighter future with a more hopeful outlook.”

The win brought Chivas to seven points after seven matches, helping them climb away from the bottom and closer to the playoff spots. Milito noted that his team had earned the win: “This match was crucial, and we needed this victory because the team has been deserving more. Results may not have gone our way, but this was a great opportunity, being the Clásico and away, to showcase what these players are capable of. Hopefully, this win will lead to something better.”

Chivas will next play against Tigres on September 17, a match that will determine if the Clásico win was a true turning point.