Liga MX Gameweek 17, Apertura
Cruz Azul 2 - 3 FT U.N.A.M. - Pumas
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
J. Ruvalcaba (A. Angulo) 4'
↓ J. Macias ↑P. Vite 10'
14' G. Fernandez (J. Sanchez)
19' G. Fernandez (C. Rodriguez)
45' Willer Ditta
Adalberto Carrasquilla 45'+4
45'+6 ↓ K. Mier ↑A. Gudino
HT
52' ↓ J. Marquez ↑L. Faravelli
↓ P. Bennevendo ↑S. Lopez 63'
66' Erik Lira
70' ↓ M. Bogusz ↑L. Romero
71' ↓ G. Fernandez ↑A. Sepulveda
71' ↓ C. Rodriguez ↑A. Garcia
↓ J. Caicedo ↑A. Rico 76'
A. Angulo 80'
Rubén Duarte 84'
A. Medina (S. Lopez) 85'
Santiago López 90'+1
90'+4 Ángel Sepúlveda
Jorge Ruvalcaba 90'+4
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Cruz Azul
Goalkeepers
Kevin Mier 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Willer Ditta 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
Érik Lira 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jesús Orozco
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Jorge Sánchez 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
22%
Pass Acc
Jeremy Márquez 
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
3
Duels Won
75%
Win %
Carlos Rodríguez
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
Omar Campos 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
5.9
Rating
Forwards
José Paradela 
MAGNET
44
Activity
44
Activity
29
Passes
15
Duels
Mateusz Bogusz
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Gabriel Fernández 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
3
On Target
8.9
Rating
BENCH
Andrés Gudiño 
SIEVE
33%
Save %
33%
Save %
2
Conceded
1
Saves
Gonzalo Piovi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lorenzo Faravelli
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.2
Rating
Ignacio Rivero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amaury García
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amaury Morales
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Emmanuel Sanchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Valdez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luka Romero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ángel Sepúlveda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
Goalkeepers
Keylor Navas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Pablo Bennevendo
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
56%
Duel Win %
Nathan Silva
MAGNET
73
Activity
73
Activity
67
Passes
6
Duels
Rubén Duarte
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Álvaro Angulo 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Midfielders
José Luis Caicedo
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Adalberto Carrasquilla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alan Medina 
CLUTCH HERO
85
Goal Time
85
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
6.3
Rating
Jorge Ruvalcaba 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
7.5
Rating
Forwards
Rodrigo López
MAGNET
42
Activity
42
Activity
33
Passes
9
Duels
José Juan Macías
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
10
Entry
BENCH
Pablo Lara 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Pablo Monroy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ángel Azuaje
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dennis Ramirez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Santiago Trigos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ángel Rico
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pedro Vite
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Garcia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Santiago López 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
27
Minutes
6.9
Rating
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2026 | Cruz Azul | 0 - 0 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Liga MX | Estadio Azteca |
| 03/15/2026 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 2 - 2 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio Olimpico Universitario |
| 11/09/2025 | Cruz Azul | 2 - 3 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Universitario |
| 10/11/2025 | Cruz Azul | 2 - 0 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Friendlies Clubs | Heart Health Park |
| 04/06/2025 | Cruz Azul | 3 - 2 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Liga MX | Estadio Cuauhtémoc |
| 10/27/2024 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 0 - 2 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Universitario |
| 05/13/2024 | Cruz Azul | 2 - 2 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Liga MX | Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes |
| 05/10/2024 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 0 - 2 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Universitario |
| 03/31/2024 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 0 - 0 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Universitario |
| 10/08/2023 | Cruz Azul | 1 - 4 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Liga MX | Estadio Azteca |
05/22/2026
03/15/2026
11/09/2025
10/11/2025
04/06/2025
10/27/2024
05/13/2024
05/10/2024
03/31/2024
10/08/2023
Cruz Azul Win
U.N.A.M. - Pumas Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 23 GD: +26
P: 23 GD: +26
P: 23 GD: +21
P: 23 GD: +21
P: 21 GD: +13
P: 21 GD: +13
P: 19 GD: +14
P: 19 GD: +14
P: 21 GD: +5
P: 21 GD: +5
P: 20 GD: +6
P: 20 GD: +6
P: 19 GD: +6
P: 19 GD: +6
P: 21 GD: -3
P: 21 GD: -3
P: 19 GD: +1
P: 19 GD: +1
P: 18 GD: -3
P: 18 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -10
P: 17 GD: -10
P: 17 GD: -8
P: 17 GD: -8
P: 17 GD: -11
P: 17 GD: -11
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 17 GD: -9
P: 17 GD: -9
P: 17 GD: -17
P: 17 GD: -17
P: 17 GD: -21
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Cruz Azul
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
Cruz Azul
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Late Drama Sinks Cruz Azul After Faravelli's Red Card
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 96/100. A devastating second-half dismissal dismantled the hosts' tactical structure, paving the way for a dramatic turnaround with monumental playoff implications.
Explosive Opening
Chaos erupted instantly at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario. J. Ruvalcaba stunned the crowd with a crisp finish just four minutes in to give U.N.A.M. - Pumas the lead. However, the advantage was entirely fleeting. G. Fernandez responded with a lethal brace, netting in the 14th and 19th minutes following sharp deliveries from J. Sanchez and C. Rodriguez. This frantic quarter-hour showcased a staggering level of Balance, with momentum swinging violently between the two playoff contenders. Cruz Azul weathered the early storm and appeared thoroughly equipped to dictate the tempo from their commanding position.
The Turning Point
The hosts' well-crafted blueprint disintegrated entirely in the 65th minute. Lorenzo Faravelli was shown a straight red card for a rash challenge, forcing his side into a deep defensive shell. The Intensity immediately ratcheted up as Pumas seized absolute control of the pitch. Guided by the intelligent midfield play of Adalberto Carrasquilla, the visitors dominated possession, eventually hoarding 60% of the ball. The numerical disadvantage left the hosts chasing shadows, desperately attempting to clear their lines against a relentless wave of attacking pressure.
Dramatic Conclusion
The relentless siege finally broke the dam in the dying moments. A. Angulo stepped up to convert a high-pressure penalty in the 80th minute, restoring parity and punishing the exhausted ten men. Smelling blood, Pumas pressed on, and substitute S. Lopez delivered a pinpoint pass for A. Medina to smash home the 85th-minute winner. The high Stakes of this encounter were apparent at the final whistle; Pumas closed the gap on the league leaders, while the hosts were left to rue a catastrophic collapse that stalled their title charge.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Lorenzo Faravelli impact the match?
The 65th-minute dismissal forced his team to defend deep, allowing the visitors to dominate possession and strike twice in the final ten minutes.
What made Gabriel Fernández the Man of the Match?
He produced a clinical five-minute brace in the first half, earning an outstanding 8.9 match rating for his dominant, albeit ill-fated, attacking display.
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
A chaotic start featuring three goals inside 19 minutes, paired with a crucial second-half red card that triggered an aggressive and successful late comeback.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Title Credentials on the Line
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 75/100. With just four points separating these heavyweights, this Apertura showdown is a genuine six-pointer that will reshape the top four.
The Setup
The Stakes are absolutely massive for this one. Cruz Azul arrive in imperious shape, sitting second and boasting a flawless home record with five wins from five. Their impressive Form rating is built on a rock-solid foundation, conceding just 0.4 goals per game on their own turf. On November 09, 2025, the Estadio Olímpico Universitario plays host to a U.N.A.M. - Pumas side that thoroughly relishes the road warrior role. The visitors sit fourth and have snatched victory in the majority of their away trips this term. Our Stars metric highlights the heroic displays of Kevin Mier in the Cruz Azul goal, adding another frustrating layer for visiting attackers.
Key Battle
We expect a fascinating tactical chess match. Cruz Azul's relentless attacking unit will crash against Pumas' disciplined defensive block. The visitors will look to absorb the pressure and spring forward in transition, meaning the midfield recovery zones will dictate the entire tempo of this clash. The unit that controls the center of the park and dictates the pace will ultimately take the points.
Our Prediction
We anticipate a tight 2-1 victory for Cruz Azul. Pumas will frustrate the hosts early on, but the sheer volume of Cruz Azul's attacking waves will eventually break the resistance in the final third.