Liga MX Apertura - 10

FC Juarez 3 - 1 FT U.N.A.M. - Pumas

Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez

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Futmetrix Verdict
71
FT
Wed, Sep 24
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FC Juarez
3-1
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
⚡ Intensity 79
⚖️ Balance 53
🏆 Stakes 0
🎲 Upset 0
Chaos and red cards on the border.

Border Bedlam: Juárez Dismantle 10-Man Pumas

Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 71/100. A wild encounter defined by fine margins, VAR interventions, and a pivotal red card that completely shattered the visitors' momentum.

The Opening Exchange

The Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez hosted a classic Liga MX clash where early efficiency completely overshadowed territorial dominance. U.N.A.M. - Pumas enjoyed controlled possession right from the first whistle, holding 55% of the ball. Yet, they struggled to break through rigid defensive lines. FC Juarez needed no such sustained pressure to make their mark on the scoresheet. In the 14th minute, O. Estupinan found a pocket of space and finished clinically, shifting the Balance of the match instantly. This early opener forced the visitors out of their comfort zone, pushing them higher up the pitch while the hosts comfortably absorbed the pressure, waiting patiently for transition opportunities to strike again.

The Turning Point

Chaos reigned in a second half that saw the Intensity fly off the charts. The true drama began in the 54th minute when Adalberto Carrasquilla had a crucial equalizer wiped out by a VAR review. The visitors kept knocking on the door, and justice seemed served when G. Martinez nodded home an assist from P. Bennevendo just five minutes later. The momentum had completely swung in their favor. But in the 68th minute, absolute disaster struck for the playoff hopefuls. José Caicedo committed a reckless foul, earning a straight red card. This single lapse in discipline changed the entire complexion of the evening, leaving his teammates horribly exposed.

The Final Blows

Juárez wasted absolutely no time punishing the ten-man side. Literally a minute after the dismissal, Puma orchestrated a brilliant attacking move, setting up R. Pizarro to immediately restore the lead. The Stakes were immense for a visiting side desperately chasing the league leaders, but their defensive structure completely dissolved. Throwing caution to the wind to find another equalizer, they left massive gaps at the back. In the 90th minute, Guilherme Castilho put the final nail in the coffin, finishing off another superb assist from Puma. The 3-1 victory gives Juárez vital breathing room in mid-table, while serving a harsh reality check to the visitors.

Key Questions

How did the red card for José Caicedo impact the match?

Caicedo's 68th-minute dismissal fractured Pumas' defensive structure. Juárez capitalized almost instantly, scoring the winning goal within a minute and sealing the match late on.

How did VAR change this match?

VAR intervened to cancel Adalberto Carrasquilla's 54th-minute strike, momentarily denying Pumas a crucial equalizer right when they were building massive attacking momentum.

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.

Match Statistics

Possession
45%
55%
FC Juarez 45%
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 55%
Shots
10
6
FC Juarez 10
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 6
Shots on Target
4
1
FC Juarez 4
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 1
Passes
359
446
FC Juarez 359
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 446
Pass Accuracy
84%
82%
FC Juarez 84%
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 82%
Corners
5
2
FC Juarez 5
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 2
Fouls
14
14
FC Juarez 14
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 14
Yellow Cards
1
3
FC Juarez 1
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 3
Red Cards
0
1
FC Juarez 0
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 1

Match Events

14' O. Estupinan
35' 🟨 Homer Martinez
José Caicedo 🟨 39'
HT
G. Martinez (P. Bennevendo) 59'
65' 🔄 R. Fulgencio Madson
R. Lopez P. Vite 🔄 65'
G. Martinez J. Macias 🔄 66'
José Caicedo 🟨 68'
José Caicedo 🟥 68'
69' R. Pizarro (Puma)
Nathan Silva 🟨 77'
A. Carrasquilla A. Ramsey 🔄 82'
85' 🔄 O. Estupinan A. Zaldivar
S. Trigos S. Garcia 🔄 90'
90' Guilherme Castilho (Puma)
90'+1 🔄 R. Pizarro D. Villalpando
FT

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

FC Juarez

Goalkeepers
S. Jurado
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
M. Mosquera
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Murillo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Mayorga
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
D. Garcia
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Guilherme Castilho
CLUTCH HERO
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.2
Rating
H. E. Martinez Yepez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Puma
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
2
Assists
24%
Pass Acc
Forwards
R. Fulgencio
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
R. Pizarro
SNIPER
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
O. Estupinan
SNIPER
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
B. Diaz
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Manriquez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ricardinho
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Silva
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Villalpando
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Valoyes
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Zaldivar
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Madson
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
A. A. Torres Trejo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

U.N.A.M. - Pumas

Goalkeepers
K. Navas
SIEVE
SIEVE
25%
Save %
25%
Save %
3
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
P. Bennevendo
WALL
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
5
Tackles
50%
Duel Win %
Nathan Silva
MAGNET
MAGNET
76
Activity
76
Activity
72
Passes
4
Duels
R. Duarte
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Angulo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
A. Medina
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Trigos
NPC
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
39%
Pass Acc
6.9
Rating
J. Caicedo
FRIENDLY FIRE
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
5.6
Rating
R. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Forwards
A. Carrasquilla
MAGNET
MAGNET
48
Activity
48
Activity
38
Passes
10
Duels
G. Martinez
SNIPER
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
M. Paul
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Azuaje
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Monroy
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Ramirez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Ramsey
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
U. Rivas
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Vite
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Macias
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Garcia
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
09/24/2025 FC Juarez 3 - 1 U.N.A.M. - Pumas Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez
04/28/2025 FC Juarez 1 - 1 (PEN 1-2) U.N.A.M. - Pumas Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez
04/12/2025 U.N.A.M. - Pumas 0 - 0 FC Juarez Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Universitario
07/18/2024 FC Juarez 1 - 2 U.N.A.M. - Pumas Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez
01/14/2024 U.N.A.M. - Pumas 1 - 0 FC Juarez Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Universitario
08/23/2023 FC Juarez 4 - 1 U.N.A.M. - Pumas Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez
09/24/2025
Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez
04/28/2025
1 - 1 (PEN 1-2)
Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez
04/12/2025
Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Universitario
07/18/2024
Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez
01/14/2024
Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Universitario
08/23/2023
Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez
FC Juarez Win
U.N.A.M. - Pumas Win
Draw

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Cruz Azul 10 24 21 12 +9 DCruz Azul 2 - 2 Club Queretaro (25-09-2025)WCruz Azul 3 - 2 FC Juarez (20-09-2025)WPachuca 0 - 1 Cruz Azul (13-09-2025)WGuadalajara Chivas 1 - 2 Cruz Azul (31-08-2025)WCruz Azul 1 - 0 Toluca (24-08-2025)
2 Toluca 10 22 28 13 +15 WToluca 6 - 2 Monterrey (25-09-2025)WGuadalajara Chivas 0 - 3 Toluca (21-09-2025)WToluca 3 - 1 Puebla (14-09-2025)WAtletico San Luis 1 - 3 Toluca (30-08-2025)LCruz Azul 1 - 0 Toluca (24-08-2025)
3 Monterrey 10 22 22 17 +5 LToluca 6 - 2 Monterrey (25-09-2025)DMonterrey 2 - 2 Club America (21-09-2025)WClub Queretaro 0 - 1 Monterrey (14-09-2025)WPuebla 2 - 4 Monterrey (30-08-2025)WMonterrey 3 - 0 Necaxa (24-08-2025)
4 Club America 10 21 19 10 +9 WAtletico San Luis 0 - 1 Club America (25-09-2025)DMonterrey 2 - 2 Club America (21-09-2025)LClub America 1 - 2 Guadalajara Chivas (14-09-2025)WClub America 2 - 0 Pachuca (31-08-2025)WAtlas 2 - 4 Club America (25-08-2025)
5 Tigres UANL 10 19 19 9 +10 WTigres UANL 2 - 0 Atlas (25-09-2025)DU.N.A.M. - Pumas 1 - 1 Tigres UANL (21-09-2025)DGuadalajara Chivas 0 - 0 Tigres UANL (18-09-2025)DTigres UANL 0 - 0 Leon (14-09-2025)WSantos Laguna 0 - 1 Tigres UANL (31-08-2025)
6 Club Tijuana 10 16 19 11 +8 LSantos Laguna 1 - 0 Club Tijuana (25-09-2025)WClub Tijuana 5 - 0 Leon (20-09-2025)DAtletico San Luis 1 - 1 Club Tijuana (15-09-2025)WClub Tijuana 3 - 0 Necaxa (01-09-2025)DClub Tijuana 3 - 3 Guadalajara Chivas (23-08-2025)
7 FC Juarez 10 15 13 12 +1 WFC Juarez 3 - 1 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (24-09-2025)LCruz Azul 3 - 2 FC Juarez (20-09-2025)DNecaxa 1 - 1 FC Juarez (13-09-2025)WFC Juarez 1 - 0 Mazatlán (30-08-2025)WFC Juarez 2 - 1 Santos Laguna (23-08-2025)
8 Pachuca 10 14 13 12 +1 DPuebla 2 - 2 Pachuca (24-09-2025)LPachuca 0 - 2 Club Queretaro (20-09-2025)LPachuca 0 - 1 Cruz Azul (13-09-2025)LClub America 2 - 0 Pachuca (31-08-2025)DLeon 1 - 1 Pachuca (23-08-2025)
9 U.N.A.M. - Pumas 10 13 13 13 0 LFC Juarez 3 - 1 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (24-09-2025)DU.N.A.M. - Pumas 1 - 1 Tigres UANL (21-09-2025)WMazatlán 1 - 4 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (13-09-2025)WU.N.A.M. - Pumas 1 - 0 Atlas (31-08-2025)DU.N.A.M. - Pumas 0 - 0 Puebla (24-08-2025)
10 Leon 10 12 10 16 -6 DLeon 2 - 2 Mazatlán (24-09-2025)LClub Tijuana 5 - 0 Leon (20-09-2025)DTigres UANL 0 - 0 Leon (14-09-2025)WLeon 3 - 0 Club Queretaro (30-08-2025)DLeon 1 - 1 Pachuca (23-08-2025)
11 Guadalajara Chivas 10 11 14 17 -3 WGuadalajara Chivas 3 - 1 Necaxa (24-09-2025)LGuadalajara Chivas 0 - 3 Toluca (21-09-2025)DGuadalajara Chivas 0 - 0 Tigres UANL (18-09-2025)WClub America 1 - 2 Guadalajara Chivas (14-09-2025)LGuadalajara Chivas 1 - 2 Cruz Azul (31-08-2025)
12 Atletico San Luis 10 10 15 16 -1 LAtletico San Luis 0 - 1 Club America (25-09-2025)WSantos Laguna 1 - 4 Atletico San Luis (21-09-2025)DAtletico San Luis 1 - 1 Club Tijuana (15-09-2025)LAtletico San Luis 1 - 3 Toluca (30-08-2025)LClub Queretaro 3 - 2 Atletico San Luis (23-08-2025)
13 Santos Laguna 10 10 13 17 -4 WSantos Laguna 1 - 0 Club Tijuana (25-09-2025)LSantos Laguna 1 - 4 Atletico San Luis (21-09-2025)DAtlas 2 - 2 Santos Laguna (14-09-2025)LSantos Laguna 0 - 1 Tigres UANL (31-08-2025)LFC Juarez 2 - 1 Santos Laguna (23-08-2025)
14 Necaxa 10 9 9 17 -8 LGuadalajara Chivas 3 - 1 Necaxa (24-09-2025)WNecaxa 1 - 0 Puebla (20-09-2025)DNecaxa 1 - 1 FC Juarez (13-09-2025)LClub Tijuana 3 - 0 Necaxa (01-09-2025)LMonterrey 3 - 0 Necaxa (24-08-2025)
15 Mazatlán 10 8 12 17 -5 DLeon 2 - 2 Mazatlán (24-09-2025)DMazatlán 1 - 1 Atlas (20-09-2025)LMazatlán 1 - 4 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (13-09-2025)LFC Juarez 1 - 0 Mazatlán (30-08-2025)DMazatlán 2 - 2 Tigres UANL (24-08-2025)
16 Club Queretaro 10 8 11 18 -7 DCruz Azul 2 - 2 Club Queretaro (25-09-2025)WPachuca 0 - 2 Club Queretaro (20-09-2025)LClub Queretaro 0 - 1 Monterrey (14-09-2025)LLeon 3 - 0 Club Queretaro (30-08-2025)WClub Queretaro 3 - 2 Atletico San Luis (23-08-2025)
17 Atlas 10 7 15 24 -9 LTigres UANL 2 - 0 Atlas (25-09-2025)DMazatlán 1 - 1 Atlas (20-09-2025)DAtlas 2 - 2 Santos Laguna (14-09-2025)LU.N.A.M. - Pumas 1 - 0 Atlas (31-08-2025)LAtlas 2 - 4 Club America (25-08-2025)
18 Puebla 10 5 9 24 -15 DPuebla 2 - 2 Pachuca (24-09-2025)LNecaxa 1 - 0 Puebla (20-09-2025)LToluca 3 - 1 Puebla (14-09-2025)LPuebla 2 - 4 Monterrey (30-08-2025)DU.N.A.M. - Pumas 0 - 0 Puebla (24-08-2025)