Two clubs chasing CONCACAF Champions League glory will do battle today in cup match between Saprissa and America. The quarterfinal scheduled for 9 p.m. ET will be held at the Estadio Ricardo Saprissa in San Jose and can be live streamed here free. Additional TV coverage can be found on Fox Sports 2.
What They're Saying
Saprissa manager Jeaustin Campos (via La Nacion): "I think the behavior and our form says [we are built for games like this]. When we had these clashes we responded, and hopefully we can go out and get the win against America. The first thing to do is win, but if possible, win by a good score. We want to strike first and strike well."
America goalkeeper Moises Munoz (via Esto): "[Costa Rican clubs] have grown and the national team even more. Playing against Alajuelense last year was difficult, and today we imagine the same scenario. We have to show that we are the actual champions of Mexico, that we are the team that represents the country and we'll look to do it the best way possible. We are going with every intention of coming home with the victory and returning in peace."
Tactical Preview
Player to Watch: America's Ventura Alvarado has garnished interest from the United States and Mexican national team. In seven appearances last season, the 22-year-old averaged four defensive actions and won 63 percent of his aerial duels.
Saprissa's Projected Lineup (3-4-1-2): Carvajal; Soto, Badilla, Machado; Mora, Russell, Guzman, Smith; Estrada; Vega, Rodriguez
America's Projected Lineup (5-3-2): Munoz; Guerrero, Aguilar, Goltz, Alvarado, Aguilar; Mares, Sambueza, Martinez; Arroyo, Peralta
Note: Credit all statistics to officially licensed data from Opta Sports (via Squawka).
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