America clinch first place after defeating Santos

Photo by Francisco Vega/Getty Images Coach Miguel Herrera got 2 solid wins in their short time at Estadio Olimpico UniversitarioAmerica got a solid 3-1 win over Santos Laguna to climb to the top of the leader board. America got a quick lead and looked like they were set to crush, but a controversial decision got Santos back into the game. It wasn’t enough however, and America look like a tough team and will have a boost as they return to their home stadium of Estadio Azteca in their next home game. Santos meanwhile continue to have a weak start to the tournament and will need to improve in their next game at home against last placed Atlas.

The game began as America played their final home…