Oscar Perea netted the second goal for Club América in the Clásico Joven against Cruz Azul during the Apertura 2026 match. With that goal, América built a two-goal lead during the match. Brian Rodríguez had a shot saved earlier . He later found the net from range, which revived the side's hopes . The match lineups were released prior to the opening whistle.

Club América's online home verified Perea's goal. TUDN mentioned the saved Rodríguez shot. Récord described Rodríguez's long-distance effort as the spark for a comeback. The match went on after those moments.