Did Ecuadorian forward Michael Estrada leave Cruz Azul vs Club América in tears?
Club America defeated Cruz Azul 3-1 at the Estadio Azteca in the Clausura 2023 Liga MX, aided by an incident just before half-time.
A moment of serious contention during Saturday's match between Liga MX Cruz Azul and Club America at the Estadio Azteca. With the score at 1-1 for him and the break approaching, Ecuador's Ramachina his striker Michael Estrada hit the heel of Aguilas midfielder Alvaro his Fidalgo to contest possession in midfield.
VAR intervenes in Estrada dismissal
Referee Fernando Guerrero pointed out a possible red card violation and awarded the guests the first free kick before VAR intervened. After reviewing the incident on the pitch, Guerrero felt the incident really deserved a send-off, and Estrada's night ended seconds before the half-time whistle.
Roja para Michael Estrada. pic.twitter.com/2M5ercQADx
— CRUZ AZUL (@CruzAzul) April 16, 2023
Estrada leaves the field in tears
F U L L T I M E
— Club América EN (@ClubAmerica_EN) April 16, 2023
WE GOT THE WIN!#FlyWithUs🦅 pic.twitter.com/Imk4QRQJ8D