Club América Femenil Dominates Mazatlán 6-0 to Regain Top Spot
Daniela Espinosa shines with hat-trick as the Águilas crush the Cañoneras at home.
MÉXICO — Club América Femenil bounced back emphatically from their recent defeat by pulverizing Mazatlán 6-0 at the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes on Thursday, February 7, 2025, reclaiming the first place in the Liga MX Femenil's Clausura 2025 tournament.
This commanding victory came during Matchday 7 of the season, showcasing the team's attacking prowess spearheaded by their star forward, Daniela Espinosa, who netted three goals.
The match quickly set the tone for America, as Espinosa opened the scoring early on, hammering home the ball on the seventh minute after Mazatlán's defense faltered. She took advantage of the situation, marking her territory as the league's top scorer with her precise shot.
Shortly after, at the 36-minute mark, the Nigerian defender Chidinma Okeke added to the tally by connecting with Irene Guerrero's corner kick, delivering a powerful header to make it 2-0.
America continued its offensive onslaught after halftime. Just four minutes after the interval, at 49 minutes, Espinosa capitalized on a defensive error, scoring her second goal of the match. This dynamic performance showcased her ability to find opportunities and convert them.
Twenty minutes later, Priscila Da Silva, the Brazilian forward, showcased her skill by executing some nifty footwork before scoring the team's fourth goal, leaving the Mazatlán goalie Hannia De Ávila with no chance to respond.
Priscila wasn't finished yet; she added another at the 84-minute mark. Finally, Espinosa concluded the scoring spree at the last moment, adding her third goal with a powerful left-footed shot at the 90+3 minute, sealing the match with a resounding 6-0 victory.
With this win, América tops the table with 18 points after six victories and one defeat. They briefly return to the lead, two points clear of defending champions Monterrey, who triumphed 4-0 over Necaxa the previous day, and nearby rivals Pachuca and Pumas.
From the outset, the Águilas dominated the match, consistently threatening Mazatlán’s defense with their swift and aggressive play. A rapid series of offensive executions provided them with clear-cut chances, allowing them to dictate the match's pace.
Despite the loss, Mazatlán struggled to find their rhythm. They remain at the bottom of the table without any points after losing all seven fixtures this season. Their lack of coherence on the field was evident as they failed to capitalize on any potential opportunities for counterattacks.
Looking at the stats, the match was largely one-sided. The opposition simply couldn’t cope with America’s strategic approach and fluidity on the attack. Coach Ángel Villacampa's tactics seemed to pay off as America laid waste to the struggling Cañoneras.
The impeccable performance of Daniela Espinosa not only contributed goals but solidified her position as the club’s all-time leading scorer. Her hat-trick brought her tally to three games with three or more goals each, placing her among the top scorers league-wide.
Fans and analysts alike have lauded América Femenil’s attacking depth, with players like Priscila and Okeke stepping up alongside Espinosa to produce results. Their balanced offensive lineup has made them the greatest attacking threat this season.
Next on the agenda for América Femenil is another significant match against the Rayadas de Monterrey, which promises to be another exciting clash as both teams vie for dominance at the top of the table. Mazatlán, now seeking their first points, will have to regroup and face León on their home turf.
This latest victory serves as both a statement and reassurance for América Femenil supporters: the team is fully prepared to compete at the highest level this season, showcasing determination and strength to stay atop and challenge for the championship.