Club América is facing a major concern in the midst of the decisive phase of the 2026 season: the absence of its captain and attacking reference, Henry Martín, who will not be available for the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals against Nashville SC.
The loss of the Mexican striker not only has a sporting impact, but also generates uncertainty among fans, especially in the United States, where America has one of the largest fan bases in Latin soccer.
Why doesn’t Henry Martin play?
According to information released during the television coverage of the match between América and Santos Laguna, the coaching staff headed by André Jardine made the decision not to include Henry Martín.
This is because he is not yet fully recovered physically.
Although it was initially envisaged that the striker would travel with the team and could even get minutes, the decision was changed at the last minute.
The main reason: to avoid a muscular relapse and not to expose him to the demands of official matches and transfers.
The striker remained in Mexico City to continue his rehabilitation process under medical supervision, indicating that the club is prioritizing his long-term recovery.
Preventive and strategic decision
The determination of America’s coaching staff regarding Henry Martin reflects an increasingly common trend in modern soccer:
Prioritize the player’s health over the short term.
In tournaments with a heavy match load such as Liga MX and the Concachampions, forcing a player to return can lead to more serious injuries.
As a result, America has opted for a conservative approach with its captain.
He is not yet fully physically recovered
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When could you return?
So far, there is no official date confirmed for Henry Martín’s return to América.
His evolution will depend on how he responds physically in the coming days.
For the fans in the United States, this means keeping an eye not only on the match against Nashville, but also on América’s next matches, where the striker’s return could be key.
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