Puebla's Upset Win Over Pumas: A Crucial Liga MX Battle
Okay, so picture this: March 7th, 2025, Estadio Cuauhtémoc is buzzing. It's Puebla versus Pumas, a massive Liga MX Clausura clash. And get this – it's Efraín Juárez's debut as Pumas' head coach. The pressure? Immense. Both teams were struggling, desperately needing a win.
A Real David and Goliath Situation
Pumas were in a bit of a mess, sitting 12th with a four-game losing streak. A recent CONCACAF Champions Cup win against Alajuelense gave them a tiny sliver of hope, but that was against a different team entirely. The return of captain Lisandro Magallán from injury was a boost, though. Meanwhile, Puebla weren't faring much better, down in 15th place after a tough loss to Querétaro. It was a real battle for survival, for both of them.
The Match: Puebla's Lucky Break
Things started fast. Facundo Waller scored early for Puebla, taking advantage of a Pumas defensive blunder. Honestly, it was a bit of a gift. Then, just before halftime, Puebla's Brayan Angulo got a red card. Suddenly, it was eleven against ten. Pumas dominated possession in the second half, pushing hard for the equalizer. But Puebla's goalkeeper, Miguel Jiménez, was on fire. He pulled off some incredible saves. The final score? Puebla 1, Pumas 0.
Post-Game Thoughts: What Went Wrong for Pumas?
Pumas controlled the game for a large chunk of the second half, no doubt. But their finishing was just awful. They created chances, but couldn't put the ball in the net. Juárez's tactics were questioned. It felt like the team was still adapting to his style. For Puebla, the win – yes, against ten men – was massive. A huge confidence boost. But let's be honest, it wasn't pretty.
Looking Ahead: A Long Road to Recovery
This match really highlighted the struggles both teams are facing. Pumas have a lot of work to do to climb the table. Puebla, while they got the three points, still have a lot to prove. Every game from here on out is crucial. The Liga MX is intensely competitive; every point matters.
Where to Catch the Highlights (If You Missed It)
You could've caught the game on Azteca 7, Fox Sports, TUDN, Prime Video, or Fox Sports Premium. Plenty of options, if you're a Liga MX fan.
