Liga MX Apertura - 1

Santos Laguna 3 - 0 FT U.N.A.M. - Pumas

Estadio Corona

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Futmetrix Verdict
34
FT
Sun, Jul 13
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Santos Laguna
3-0
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
⚡ Intensity 43
⚖️ Balance 12
🏆 Stakes 0
🎲 Upset 0
Bottom-of-the-table Santos stun title-chasing Pumas.

Corona Collapse: Ruthless Santos Dismantle High-Flying Pumas in Major Shocker

Skip It Futmetrix Score: 34/100. A masterclass in transitional play from the basement dwellers completely unraveled a top-four side, proving that possession means nothing without penetration.

The Opening Act

The Intensity at the Estadio Corona was absolutely palpable from the outset, as a desperate home side looked to defy their miserable league position. Despite U.N.A.M. - Pumas controlling possession at 55% during the early tactical exchanges, their sideways passing critically lacked a cutting edge. The script was violently flipped in the 14th minute when A. Lopez found enough space to fire home a stunning opener, sending the passionate home crowd into absolute raptures. This early breakthrough immediately shifted the tactical landscape of the entire contest. The highly-rated visitors, featuring dynamic attackers like César Huerta who struggled to find any creative rhythm, were suddenly forced to chase the game against a resolute low block. Santos Laguna defended strictly, absorbing tremendous pressure and waiting patiently for optimal moments to spring forward on the counter.

The Pivot

The critical shift in Balance arrived just after the crucial halftime interval, exactly when the visitors were broadly expected to mount a furious comeback. Instead of buckling under the mounting pressure, the determined hosts struck with ruthless clinical precision. In the 54th minute, R. Sordo confidently doubled the advantage with a brilliant finish, perfectly exploiting the glaring spaces left behind by the aggressively advancing away defense. This devastating second goal effectively broke the collective spirit of the title-chasers. The defensive orchestration masterclass provided by José Abella was nothing short of spectacular, executing vital defensive interventions while simultaneously launching precise key passes out from the backline. The visitors grew increasingly frustrated and disjointed, racking up numerous fouls and yellow cards as they desperately tried to claw their way back into contention.

Resolution

As the fascinating match reached its dying embers, the sheer Upset Factor of the final result became completely undeniable. The desperate visitors pushed bodies forward in a chaotic final attempt to salvage their pride, leaving their fragile defensive structure completely abandoned. This fatal error allowed super-sub C. Dajome to rightfully write his name into the headlines, latching onto a sublime, visionary pass from the imperious A. Lopez in the 89th minute to comfortably wrap up a stunning 3-0 victory. For the jubilant hosts, the Stakes could not have been higher, and these three invaluable points provide a massive lifeline in their otherwise difficult season. Meanwhile, this crushing defeat serves as a severe, sobering reality check for the ambitious away side, who catastrophically missed a golden opportunity to close the gap on the league leaders.

Key Questions

How did substitute Aldo Lopez change the game?

Though actually starting the match rather than substituting, Aldo Lopez was the ultimate difference-maker. He emphatically set the tone with a 14th-minute goal and provided the final assist.

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%
Santos Laguna 45%
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 55%
Shots
8
10
Santos Laguna 8
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 10
Shots on Target
4
2
Santos Laguna 4
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 2
Expected Goals (xG)
1.25
0.66
Santos Laguna 1.25
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 0.66
Passes
320
383
Santos Laguna 320
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 383
Pass Accuracy
73%
83%
Santos Laguna 73%
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 83%
Corners
1
5
Santos Laguna 1
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 5
Fouls
16
16
Santos Laguna 16
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 16
Yellow Cards
2
5
Santos Laguna 2
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 5
Red Cards
0
0
Santos Laguna 0
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 0

Match Events

Pablo Monroy 🟨 11'
14' A. Lopez
Piero Quispe 🟨 19'
22' 🟨 Ramiro Sordo
HT
S. Trigos S. Lopez 🔄 46'
54' R. Sordo
R. Lopez A. Rico 🔄 57'
P. Monroy E. Villasenor 🔄 58'
65' 🔄 J. A. Ocejo Zazueta C. Lozano
Rubén Duarte 🟨 69'
P. A. Quispe Cordova M. G. Torres Berlanga 🔄 72'
Pablo Bennevendo 🟨 73'
80' 🔄 K. Balanta E. Gutierrez
80' 🔄 R. Sordo C. Dajome
80' 🔄 F. Villalba J. Carrillo
89' C. Dajome (A. Lopez)
FT

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

Santos Laguna

Goalkeepers
C. Acevedo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
J. Abella
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
H. Ortega
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
K. Balanta
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
B. Amione
WALL
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
64%
Duel Win %
E. Echeverria
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
J. Guemez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Villalba
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
A. Lopez
SNIPER
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
J. A. Ocejo Zazueta
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
R. Sordo
SNIPER
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
H. Holguin
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
I. Govea
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Gutierrez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Mariscal Murra
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Carrillo
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
R. Prieto
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Medina
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Dajome
CLUTCH HERO
CLUTCH HERO
89
Goal Time
89
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.9
Rating
F. Fagundez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Lozano
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry

U.N.A.M. - Pumas

Goalkeepers
R. Parra Arteaga
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
P. Bennevendo
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
27%
Pass Acc
Nathan Silva
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
R. Duarte
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Monroy
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
14%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
R. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
S. Trigos
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
J. Caicedo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. A. Quispe Cordova
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
Forwards
G. Martinez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Carrasquilla
MAGNET
MAGNET
52
Activity
52
Activity
45
Passes
7
Duels
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
E. Villasenor
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
D. Ramirez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Juarez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
U. Rivas
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Rico
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. G. Torres Berlanga
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
07/13/2025 Santos Laguna 3 - 0 U.N.A.M. - Pumas Liga MX Estadio Corona
04/17/2025 U.N.A.M. - Pumas 2 - 0 Santos Laguna Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Universitario
07/14/2024 Santos Laguna 1 - 1 U.N.A.M. - Pumas Liga MX Estadio Corona
02/19/2024 U.N.A.M. - Pumas 3 - 0 Santos Laguna Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Universitario
09/03/2023 Santos Laguna 2 - 1 U.N.A.M. - Pumas Liga MX Estadio Corona
01/15/2023 Santos Laguna 3 - 0 U.N.A.M. - Pumas Liga MX Estadio Nuevo Corona
07/13/2025
Liga MX Estadio Corona
04/17/2025
Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Universitario
07/14/2024
Liga MX Estadio Corona
02/19/2024
Liga MX Estadio Olímpico Universitario
09/03/2023
Liga MX Estadio Corona
01/15/2023
Liga MX Estadio Nuevo Corona
Santos Laguna Win
U.N.A.M. - Pumas Win
Draw

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