Liga MX Clausura - 2
Puebla 2 - 1 FT Mazatlán
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
2' E. Lozano
12' E. Guerra (C. Baltazar)
↓ I. Gonzalez ↑A. Leyva 20'
Angel Leyva 36'
HT
54' Nicolás Díaz
56' ↓ A. Organista ↑P. Gamarra
56' ↓ E. Guerra ↑K. Velasco
↓ M. Lainez ↑M. Zaleta 59'
↓ D. Hernandez ↑Dudu 59'
67' Kevin Velasco
F. Almada (Y. Barcenas) 69'
77' ↓ C. Baltazar ↑M. Ramirez
77' ↓ E. Lozano ↑I. Maestro
↓ O. F. Moreno Villegas ↑G. Lopez 79'
↓ A. A. Saavedra Nevarez ↑J. Estrada 80'
88' ↓ E. Gomez ↑J. R. Pachuca Martinez
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Puebla
Goalkeepers
D. Gutierrez 
ARCHITECT
1
Key Passes
1
Key Passes
0
Assists
15%
Pass Acc
Defenders
B. Garnica 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
E. Navarro 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Diaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Monarrez
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
43%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
A. Organista
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
56
Entry
L. Rey 
MAGNET
61
Activity
61
Activity
53
Passes
8
Duels
C. Baltazar 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
BENCH
J. Rodriguez 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. R. Pachuca Martinez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Araos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Moreno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Ramirez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Gonzalez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Velasco
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
I. Maestro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Mustre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Gamarra
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Mazatlán
Goalkeepers
R. Rodriguez
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Midfielders
I. Gonzalez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. A. Saavedra Nevarez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Y. Barcenas
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
J. Sierra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. F. Moreno Villegas
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
13
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Fabio Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Hernandez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
BENCH
B. Aguas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Merolla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Inzunza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Zaleta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Estrada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dudu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. A. Alcaraz Diaz
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Leyva
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Ben Rhouma
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/19/2025 | Mazatlán | 2 - 1 | Puebla | Liga MX | Estadio El Encanto |
| 01/29/2025 | Puebla | 0 - 1 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio Cuauhtémoc |
| 08/31/2024 | Mazatlán | 1 - 1 | Puebla | Liga MX | Estadio El Encanto |
| 02/03/2024 | Puebla | 3 - 2 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio Cuauhtémoc |
| 08/23/2023 | Mazatlán | 1 - 0 | Puebla | Liga MX | Estadio El Encanto |
| 02/11/2023 | Puebla | 3 - 1 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio Cuauhtémoc |
Puebla Win
Mazatlán Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -2
League Standings
P: 17 GD: +17
P: 17 GD: +16
P: 17 GD: +13
P: 17 GD: +6
P: 17 GD: +12
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: +10
P: 17 GD: +3
P: 17 GD: +2
P: 17 GD: -10
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -15
P: 17 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Puebla Survive Late Mazatlán Scare to Secure Crucial Points
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 44/100. A frantic opening burst proved just enough for the hosts to clinch a vital victory in this bottom-table scrap.
The Opening Act
Puebla wasted no time asserting their authority at Estadio Cuauhtemoc. With the Stakes incredibly high for two sides languishing near the foot of the table, the hosts struck gold almost immediately. E. Lozano found the back of the net in the 2nd minute, sending the passionate home crowd into early raptures. Before Mazatlán could even clear their heads to mount a response, Puebla ruthlessly doubled their advantage. In the 12th minute, E. Guerra converted a beautifully weighted pass from C. Baltazar to establish a commanding lead. The hosts controlled possession throughout this dominant early spell, dictating the tempo from midfield and setting a relentless pace that left the bewildered visitors completely exposed and chasing shadows across the pitch.
The Pivot
Despite being firmly on the back foot after that initial blitz, the visitors eventually clawed their way back into the contest. The match's Intensity spiked dramatically in the second half as Mazatlán pushed aggressively for a lifeline, generating a barrage of corners—14 in total across the ninety minutes—and forcing desperate defensive scrambles in the penalty area. The pivotal moment finally arrived in the 69th minute when F. Almada powered home a crucial goal, courtesy of a well-placed delivery from Y. Barcenas. Suddenly, the tactical Balance of the match shifted completely. Puebla, who had racked up a staggering 20 shots overall, suddenly looked incredibly vulnerable at the back as the momentum swung firmly in the visitors' direction.
Resolution
The final twenty minutes morphed into a frantic, end-to-end siege. Both goalkeepers were consistently forced into spectacular heroics, producing an impressive 10 combined saves to keep the delicate scoreline intact as the chaotic tempo refused to drop. Kevin Velasco emerged from the bench to deliver a match-winning, composed midfield performance, orchestrating vital counter-attacks and relieving relentless pressure for the desperate hosts. Mazatlán threw men forward in search of a dramatic equaliser, but their failure to hit the target consistently ultimately cost them dearly. Our verdict on this encounter is clear: Puebla’s explosive start successfully papered over a highly nervy finish, earning them a massive three points in their ongoing bid to climb the Liga MX standings.
Key Questions
Who scored the opening goal for Puebla?
E. Lozano scored the opening goal in the 2nd minute of the match to give Puebla an early advantage.
Who was named the top performer of the match?
Puebla's Kevin Velasco was named the outstanding performer after making a crucial midfield impact from the bench.
How many total shots did Puebla attempt?
Puebla heavily dominated the attacking statistics, attempting a total of 20 shots throughout the tight encounter.
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.
A basement battle with limited fireworks
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 29/100. Only the most dedicated Liga MX followers need tune into this lower-table clash where attacking quality is remarkably scarce.
The Setup
Estadio Cuauhtemoc hosts a fixture that lacks the headline-grabbing appeal of title contenders. Puebla sit 14th with 12 points, just ahead of a 16th-placed Mazatlán side desperate for momentum. A rock-bottom Stakes rating reflects the current lack of competitive jeopardy early in the Clausura. Both teams limp into this tie with questionable Form—Puebla posting LDLWW while the visitors show a patchy DLWLW run. The Balance of the match is skewed by two fragile defensive setups, making it hard to declare a clear favorite. However, the Stars metric gets a modest bump thanks to some standout individual efforts. Puebla's Emiliano Gómez and creative hub Fernando Monarrez will be looking to test Mazatlán goalkeeper Ricardo Gutierrez, who has been heavily relied upon in recent weeks.
Key Battle
Puebla's wide attackers trying to break down Mazatlán's entrenched defensive line will dictate the tempo. The visitors are likely to sit deep, absorb pressure, and hope to spring a counter-attack.
Our Prediction
A scrappy 1-1 draw. Both midfields will struggle to establish control, leading to a disjointed affair where neither side can seize the initiative.