Storm Delays Kickoff in Atlas vs América Clash
The highly anticipated Liga MX matchup between Atlas and Club América was set to kick off at 7:05 p.m. local time at the Estadio Jalisco in Guadalajara. Fans were ready, the players were already waiting in the tunnels, and the atmosphere was electric—quite literally. Just moments before the whistle, an unexpected storm rolled in, bringing with it dangerous lightning strikes. As a result, the league immediately activated its safety protocol, delaying the start of the game.
The official announcement came through Liga MX’s social media channels, confirming that the kickoff would not happen as planned. It was explained that the delay was necessary due to lightning in the surrounding area. The safety of both the players and fans had to come first, and coordination with Civil Protection authorities was carried out to determine when conditions would allow the match to begin. Until further notice, players were ordered back into the locker rooms, and the crowd was left in suspense.
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This was a frustrating pause for everyone, especially considering the importance of the fixture. Atlas entered the game sitting in 14th place with just five points collected across the first rounds of the Apertura 2025 season. Meanwhile, América, always one of the strongest and most followed teams in Mexican football, arrived in Guadalajara in fourth place with eleven points. Both sides had something to prove—Atlas seeking to climb out of the lower half of the table, and América looking to solidify its spot among the league’s elite.
Adding to the intrigue was the recent form of both teams. Atlas had just come off a dramatic 3-3 draw against Querétaro, showing both defensive weaknesses and attacking determination. América, on the other hand, had delivered an impressive 3-1 victory away against Tigres, signaling their intent to challenge at the top of the standings. Fans were expecting an intense battle, filled with goals and drama, but instead, nature stepped in to set the stage.
In terms of broadcasting, supporters had several options to follow the game. In Mexico, the match was available on ViX, as well as traditional television coverage on Canal 5 and TUDN. Fans in the United States were able to tune in through TUDN USA, Univision, and streaming services such as ViX, TUDN.com, the TUDN App, and Univision NOW. That ensured that despite the delay, the matchup remained highly accessible for audiences across borders.
The situation created a mix of anticipation and tension in the stadium. Lightning delays are not common, but they remind us of the unpredictability of live sports. As the storm hovered, thousands of fans waited anxiously for confirmation of when the whistle would finally blow. What was certain, however, is that whenever the game resumed, both Atlas and América would be under pressure to make the wait worthwhile and deliver the spectacle everyone had been looking forward to.
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