Liga MX Clausura - 9
Puebla 3 - 1 FT Tigres UANL
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
45' E. Gomez (E. Guerra)
Vladimir Loroña 45'+3
HT
↓ J. Vigon ↑D. Lainez 46'
53' E. Guerra
↓ M. Flores ↑A. Gignac 60'
↓ C. Araujo ↑Joaquim 60'
↓ V. Lorona ↑O. Herrera 62'
Rodrigo Aguirre 66'
J. Brunetta 68'
71' ↓ E. Guerra ↑C. Baltazar
71' ↓ A. Ramirez ↑A. Organista
82' ↓ E. Gomez ↑E. Lozano
82' ↓ E. Navarro ↑J. R. Pachuca Martinez
↓ J. Angulo ↑D. A. Sanchez Guevara 82'
85' C. Baltazar (K. Velasco)
88' ↓ I. Moreno ↑B. Garnica
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Puebla
Goalkeepers
D. Gutierrez 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
I. Moreno 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
24%
Pass Acc
E. Navarro
LATE SHIFT
8
Late Mins
8
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
82
Entry
J. Vargas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Diaz
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
42%
Pass Acc
F. Monarrez 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.7
Rating
Midfielders
K. Velasco
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
23%
Pass Acc
L. Rey 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
A. Ramirez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
BENCH
J. Rodriguez 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. R. Pachuca Martinez 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
0
Interceptions
0
Tackles
U. Torres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. de la Rosa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Garnica
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Araos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Baltazar 
CLUTCH HERO
85
Goal Time
85
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.5
Rating
A. Organista
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Gamarra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Lozano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tigres UANL
Goalkeepers
N. Guzman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Midfielders
J. Garza 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
64%
Duel Win %
J. Vigon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
C. Araujo 
MAGNET
61
Activity
61
Activity
58
Passes
3
Duels
A. Correa
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
19%
Pass Acc
J. Brunetta 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.2
Rating
M. Flores
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Forwards
R. Aguirre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
F. Rodriguez
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
O. Rodriguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joaquim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Sanchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Reyes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Lainez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Gignac
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Herrera 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
D. A. Sanchez Guevara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/09/2025 | Tigres UANL | 7 - 0 | Puebla | Liga MX | Estadio Universitario |
| 04/05/2025 | Puebla | 0 - 0 | Tigres UANL | Liga MX | Estadio Cuauhtémoc |
| 10/05/2024 | Tigres UANL | 1 - 0 | Puebla | Liga MX | Estadio Universitario |
| 08/01/2024 | Tigres UANL | 2 - 1 | Puebla | Leagues Cup | Shell Energy Stadium |
| 03/30/2024 | Puebla | 2 - 3 | Tigres UANL | Liga MX | Estadio Cuauhtémoc |
| 12/04/2023 | Tigres UANL | 3 - 0 | Puebla | Liga MX | Estadio Universitario |
08/09/2025
04/05/2025
10/05/2024
08/01/2024
03/30/2024
12/04/2023
Puebla Win
Tigres UANL Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 9 GD: +8
P: 9 GD: +10
P: 9 GD: +9
P: 9 GD: +4
P: 9 GD: +7
P: 9 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: +5
P: 9 GD: +4
P: 9 GD: 0
P: 9 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: -3
P: 9 GD: +1
P: 9 GD: -7
P: 9 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: -4
P: 9 GD: -7
P: 9 GD: -9
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 Dismantle Tigres in Tactical Masterclass
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 66/100. A ruthless display of clinical finishing shattered sterile possession in a contest that entirely defied the pre-match script.
The Opening Act
The atmosphere at Estadio Cuauhtemoc crackled with anticipation as the visitors immediately sought to impose their authority. Tigres UANL controlled possession, ultimately hoarding 61% of the ball, but struggled to break down a resolute defensive unit. The Balance of play heavily favored the away side in terms of territory, yet the hosts remained dangerously coiled on the counter-attack. Just as the first half appeared destined to end in a stalemate, Puebla executed a flawless transitional move in the 45th minute. E. Guerra carved through the defensive line to deliver a precision pass, allowing E. Gomez to smash home the opener. It was a classic sucker punch that completely shifted the momentum before the interval.
The Pivot
Any expectations of an immediate visiting onslaught were quickly dashed when the hosts doubled their advantage. In the 53rd minute, E. Guerra turned from provider to goalscorer, sending the home crowd into raptures. The Intensity immediately skyrocketed as the away side threw caution to the wind, contributing to a staggering 37 combined shots throughout the evening. Their lifeline arrived via intervention; a 66th-minute VAR review confirmed a foul on Rodrigo Aguirre inside the penalty area. J. Brunetta stepped up to convert the spot-kick two minutes later, setting up a frantic finale. At the other end, Nahuel Guzmán kept his side in the contest with an astonishing exhibition of goalkeeping, producing nine vital saves to deny further punishment.
Resolution
As the clock ticked down, the high Stakes forced the visitors to commit bodies forward, leaving glaring gaps at the back. The hosts ruthlessly exploited this desperation to complete a remarkable victory boasting a massive Upset Factor. The knockout blow was engineered by a brilliant substitution. In the 85th minute, K. Velasco found space on the flank and perfectly picked out fellow substitute C. Baltazar, who made no mistake with his finish to seal the 3-1 triumph. This vital result breathes life into the home side's campaign while leaving the visitors marooned in seventh place, a frustrating thirteen points adrift of the league summit with mounting questions about their defensive vulnerability.
Key Questions
How did substitute Kevin Velasco change the game?
He injected crucial attacking energy from the bench, capping his performance with a decisive assist to secure the upset victory for the hosts.
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.
Tigres Take Aim at Puebla's Defensive Wall
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 57/100. Despite modest overall stakes, Tigres UANL's potent attack meeting Puebla's penalty-saving hero promises a fascinating clash of styles at Estadio Cuauhtemoc.
The Setup
This March 05 encounter offers a textbook study in contrasting momentum. Seventh-placed Tigres UANL hit the road as proven away specialists, boasting a formidable 50% win rate on their travels. Meanwhile, Puebla are languishing in 14th place, kept afloat largely by the reflexes of goalkeeper Ricardo Gutierrez, who has been pulling off penalty saves and racking up clean sheets. Because of the standings gap, the match carries a lower Stakes rating, making it less of a do-or-die affair. However, a soaring Stars rating indicates that elite individual quality will drive the narrative. The tactical Balance suggests an intriguing battle of wits, even if the patchy Form of both sides means things could get scrappy before they get brilliant.
Key Battle
Nicolás Díaz faces the daunting task of keeping Ángel Correa quiet. The Tigres attacker is operating at the peak of his powers, meaning Díaz must produce a flawless defensive shift to cut off the visitors' main creative artery.
Our Prediction
Tigres possess too much firepower for a vulnerable Puebla side. While heroic goalkeeping might frustrate the visitors early on, Tigres will eventually pick the lock and grind out a controlled 1-2 away victory.