The event is an exhibition soccer match between CD Marathon (HON) versus Club America’s U23

squad (MEX). CD Marathon of San Pedro Sula is one of Honduras’ most accomplished clubs with a strong

following in New Orleans. CD Marathon was ranked second in the Liga Betcris general standings last

season and advanced to the semi-finals with strong performances. Club America hails from Mexico City,

calls the historic Estadio Azteca home, holds more championships than any other team in Mexico, and is

the current Liga MX champion. The U23 squad is the group that is expected to continue Club America’s

winning legacy.

The soccer match spotlights the long-standing rivalry between Mexico and Honduras. Both

countries are members of the CONCACAF Federation and often face each other in World Cup qualifiers,

the Gold Cup, and the CONCACAF Nations Cup. The leagues compete for a spot at the Club World Cup,

among other international club-level tournaments. The match promises to be highly competitive and

will allow fans to support their countrymen at an elite soccer venue like never before in the New Orleans

metro area.