Sun May 11 14:10:00 UTC 2025: ## América’s Martín Confident Despite Quarterfinal Draw, Eyes Historic Tetracampeonato

**MEXICO CITY** – América striker Henry Martín acknowledged the pressure ahead of their crucial Liga MX quarterfinal second leg against Pachuca, but expressed confidence in his team’s ability to advance. Following a 0-0 draw in the first leg, Martín took responsibility for the team’s missed opportunities, stating, “In the first leg, we didn’t win because of our fault; we didn’t score the goals we created. There are no excuses, we lacked decisiveness, but we were solid at the back, and that gives us confidence.”

Despite the scoreless draw, Martín highlighted the team’s unwavering hunger for success, attributing it to coach André Jardine’s leadership. “What surprises me about this team is the hunger we have, regardless of having achieved a three-peat,” Martín said. “We’ve remained very competitive; in the playoffs, we grow even more, we have more ambition because we want to make history with a fourth consecutive title.” He praised Jardine for injecting this drive, emphasizing that the team remains focused on winning a historic fourth consecutive league title.

While the possibility of qualifying for the Club World Cup hangs in the balance—pending a win against LAFC—Martín insists América is focused solely on Pachuca. “We’re taking it step by step,” he said. “We’re not thinking about everything, but about what’s coming next, and that’s Pachuca. We have no say in the other matter; if they tell us we have a chance to fight for the Club World Cup spot, we’ll do it because who wouldn’t want to play in a Club World Cup?” The match against Pachuca will determine América’s progression to the semifinals.

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