Liga MX Clausura - 11
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 2 - 2 FT Cruz Azul
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
14' Nathan Silva
↓ C. Rotondi ↑J. Rodarte 31'
N. Ibanez (W. Ditta) 35'
C. Rodriguez (J. Rodarte) 42'
HT
54' ↓ J. Carrillo ↑R. Duarte
54' ↓ A. Angulo ↑G. Martinez
54' ↓ A. Medina ↑U. Antuna
Willer Ditta 61'
61' Juninho
68' Nathan Silva
68' Nathan Silva
↓ N. Ibanez ↑G. Fernandez 71'
↓ J. Marquez ↑A. Garcia 71'
72' ↓ Juninho ↑P. Bennevendo
77' W. Ditta
↓ E. Lira ↑C. Ebere 81'
↓ J. Paradela ↑A. Montano 81'
82' ↓ A. Carrasquilla ↑C. Garza
84' Keylor Navas
89' Pablo Bennevendo
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
Goalkeepers
K. Navas 
MAGNET
46
Activity
46
Activity
46
Passes
0
Duels
Defenders
R. Lopez 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nathan Silva 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
3
Fouls
5.6
Rating
A. Azuaje 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
P. Vite
MAGNET
64
Activity
64
Activity
54
Passes
10
Duels
A. Medina 
ENFORCER
5
Tackles
5
Tackles
5
Duels Won
71%
Win %
A. Carrasquilla
LATE SHIFT
8
Late Mins
8
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
82
Entry
J. Carrillo 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
A. Angulo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
54
Total Mins
54
Entry
Forwards
Juninho 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
R. Morales
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
P. Lara 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
R. Duarte
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Bennevendo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Rivas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Leone
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Garza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Rico
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Ramirez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Martinez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
U. Antuna
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cruz Azul
Goalkeepers
A. Gudino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Midfielders
O. Campos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Palavecino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Marquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
C. Rotondi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
31
Entry
Forwards
J. Paradela
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
81
Total Mins
81
Entry
C. Rodriguez
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
N. Ibanez
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
K. Mier
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Morales
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Garcia
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
A. Montano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Valdez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Fernandez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Ebere
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Romero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Diaz
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Rodarte
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
11/09/2025
10/11/2025
04/06/2025
10/27/2024
05/13/2024
05/10/2024
U.N.A.M. - Pumas Win
Cruz Azul Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 11 GD: +13
P: 11 GD: +11
P: 11 GD: +12
P: 11 GD: +5
P: 11 GD: +8
P: 11 GD: +5
P: 11 GD: +3
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: +4
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 11 GD: -4
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: -5
P: 11 GD: -9
P: 11 GD: -12
P: 11 GD: -8
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
Ten-Man Pumas Snatch Dramatic Draw Against Cruz Azul
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 81/100. A phenomenal display of resilience saw the hosts overturn a two-goal deficit despite a second-half red card in this top-four clash.
Early Cruz Azul Siege
Cruz Azul arrived at the Estadio Olimpico Universitario with clear intent. Despite U.N.A.M. - Pumas edging possession with 52% of the ball, the visitors unleashed a relentless attacking barrage. The Intensity was palpable as the away side peppered the goal, outshooting their hosts 24 to 6 overall. This heavy artillery paid off in the 35th minute when N. Ibanez found the breakthrough. Just seven minutes later, C. Rodriguez doubled the advantage, putting the visitors in total control heading into the break. The sheer volume of chances created painted a picture of absolute offensive command.
The Chaotic Turn
The second half flipped the script entirely, showcasing off-the-charts Balance as the momentum swung wildly. Pumas found a lifeline in the 61st minute when Juninho calmly converted a penalty to halve the deficit. However, the comeback seemed doomed just seven minutes later. Nathan Silva saw straight red for a poor foul, leaving the hosts a man down against the league's second-placed side. The Stakes skyrocketed; instead of folding, the ten men rallied. Substitute Guillermo Martínez provided a massive spark off the bench, driving his team forward with an outstanding individual effort despite the numerical disadvantage.
Unlikely Salvation
Defying the odds, the ten-man hosts found their equalizer in the 77th minute through a devastating slice of misfortune for the visitors. Under heavy pressure, W. Ditta turned the ball into his own net, capping off a remarkable turnaround. The Upset Factor here wasn't about the final 2-2 scoreline between two closely matched playoff contenders, but rather the nature of the recovery. Pumas survived the late set-piece pressure—enduring 10 corners defensively—to secure a vital point. The result keeps Cruz Azul just three points off the league summit, while Pumas reinforce their own top-four credentials.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Nathan Silva impact the match?
Despite being reduced to ten men in the 68th minute, Pumas actually galvanised their attack and forced an own goal equaliser shortly after.
How did U.N.A.M. - Pumas complete the comeback from behind?
They sparked hope with a Juninho penalty in the 61st minute, then relentlessly pressured the visitors until W. Ditta conceded an own goal.
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.
Top-Four Showdown Looms at Estadio Olimpico Universitario
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 93/100. With just four points separating these giants, this crunch match will decisively alter the trajectory of the Clausura title race.
The Setup
Heading into this high-octane encounter at the Estadio Olimpico Universitario, the Stakes are absolutely massive. Cruz Azul arrive in imperious shape, riding a phenomenal Form rating thanks to an ongoing three-match winning streak. U.N.A.M. - Pumas, sitting just four points behind in fourth, know a home victory on March 15 will dramatically tighten the race at the summit of Liga MX. Both sides boast a lethal attacking edge, averaging nearly two goals per game, promising an open spectacle where defensive hesitation will be ruthlessly punished.
Key Battle
The tactical Balance of this contest hinges on midfield control and final-third execution. Álvaro Angulo has been the driving force for the hosts, slicing through opposition lines with relentless energy. He will look to outshine Agustín Palavecino, whose vision and trio of recent assists make him the creative heartbeat for the visitors. With both rosters heavily packed with Stars, this creative duel in the transition phases will dictate which team seizes the momentum.
Our Prediction
Expect a pulsating affair full of attacking intent, but the visitors possess a slight edge. Cruz Azul's superior momentum and creative spark should see them breach the home defence late in the second half, securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory to solidify their grip on second place.