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Miguel Borja news
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The gist
Miguel Borja says he now plays for Mexico's biggest club ahead of América's Clásico Joven vs Cruz Azul.
The Colombian striker, who once nearly joined Cruz Azul.
Background
Borja is a Colombian striker and Club América's brand-new signing. He previously had a failed move to Cruz Azul, which adds personal edge to the Clásico Joven. He had already scored for América's U-21 side and was pushing for a first-team Liga MX debut against Cruz Azul.
How it unfolded
- Sep 8, 2026América returned to training, with Carlos Alvarez joining the squad and possible returns of Alejandro Zendejas and Miguel Borja ahead of the Cruz Azul match.
- Sep 10, 2026Borja had already scored for América's U-21 side and was pushing to make his Liga MX debut in Saturday's Clásico Joven against Cruz Azul.
- Sep 12, 2026Borja said he is now wearing the colors of the biggest club in Mexico, ahead of the Week 8 Clásico Joven showdown.
Who’s saying what
- Player
- Borja tips his hat to Cruz Azul but says he is now playing for the biggest club in Mexico, and he praised América's current form.
Still unverified
Borja's possible return to training with América ahead of the Cruz Azul match, and whether he will actually make his Club América debut against Cruz Azul, are both unconfirmed.