Liga MX Apertura - 6
U.N.A.M. - Pumas 0 - 0 FT Puebla
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
16' Pedro Vite
41' Rubén Duarte
Nicolás Díaz 45'+4
HT
Juan Fedorco 52'
Esteban Lozano 54'
55' ↓ P. A. Quispe Cordova ↑A. Medina
↓ M. Ramirez ↑R. Castillo 55'
↓ E. Orona ↑F. Moyano 56'
62' ↓ G. Martinez ↑A. Ramsey
↓ A. Organista ↑O. Gonzalez 70'
↓ E. Lozano ↑R. Marin 70'
72' ↓ S. Trigos ↑R. Lopez
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
Goalkeepers
K. Navas 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
P. Bennevendo 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Nathan Silva 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
57%
Duel Win %
R. Duarte 
MAGNET
77
Activity
77
Activity
69
Passes
8
Duels
A. Angulo 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
31%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
S. Trigos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
P. A. Quispe Cordova
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
P. Vite
MAGNET
79
Activity
79
Activity
66
Passes
13
Duels
A. Carrasquilla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Ruvalcaba 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Forwards
G. Martinez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
BENCH
M. Paul 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
P. Monroy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Azuaje
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Juarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Ramsey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
U. Rivas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Rico
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Medina
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Puebla
Goalkeepers
J. Gonzalez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
J. R. Pachuca Martinez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Fedorco 
SHIELD
4
Blocks
4
Blocks
1
Interceptions
2
Tackles
E. Orona
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
56
Entry
Midfielders
P. Gamarra
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Rivas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Ramirez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
N. Diaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
A. Organista
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
E. Lozano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
E. Gomez
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
J. Rodriguez
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
L. Rey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Monarrez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Moyano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Castillo
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
I. Moreno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Gonzalez
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
C. Baltazar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Navarro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Marin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/24/2025 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 0 - 0 | Puebla | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Universitario |
| 03/08/2025 | Puebla | 1 - 3 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Liga MX | Estadio Cuauhtémoc |
| 09/18/2024 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 1 - 0 | Puebla | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Universitario |
| 02/11/2024 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 3 - 0 | Puebla | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Universitario |
| 09/23/2023 | Puebla | 0 - 2 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Liga MX | Estadio Cuauhtémoc |
| 03/05/2023 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 2 - 4 | Puebla | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico de Universitario |
08/24/2025
03/08/2025
09/18/2024
02/11/2024
09/23/2023
03/05/2023
U.N.A.M. - Pumas Win
Puebla Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -5
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
Sterile Dominance Leads to Frustration
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 14/100. A defensive slog at the famous bowl in Mexico City leaves the hosts frustrated and does little to move the needle for either side's broader season ambitions.
A Familiar Pattern
The early exchanges at Estadio Olímpico Universitario set a deeply predictable tactical pattern. U.N.A.M. - Pumas established territorial control almost immediately, pinning Puebla deep into their own defensive third. The hosts controlled possession at 59 percent, shifting the ball patiently from flank to flank, but they severely lacked a cutting edge. Rather than a fierce attacking showcase, the match quickly fell into a tactical gridlock with a high Balance rating, as neither side was willing to overcommit and risk being exposed on the counter. The visitors seemed entirely comfortable absorbing the prolonged pressure, organizing themselves in a rigid, low block that continually forced Pumas into harmless, low-percentage areas.
The Defensive Wall
The defining narrative of this encounter was the sheer lack of attacking precision. A modest Intensity rating perfectly reflects a match where Pumas fired off 14 total shots, yet only managed to test the goalkeeper once. At the heart of the visitors' rearguard was Juan Fedorco, who delivered an absolute masterclass in positioning and clearances to keep the clean sheet intact. On the other end, the hosts were equally untroubled by Puebla's rare transitions. Nathan Silva and Rubén Duarte formed an impenetrable shield, easily sweeping up loose balls whenever the visitors tried to break forward. The pitch simply became a graveyard for attackers, with interceptions constantly breaking up promising buildup play.
Playoff Frustrations
As the final whistle blew, the overarching feeling was a distinct lack of Upset Factor or dramatic tension. For Pumas, this scoreless draw is a massive missed opportunity given the broader Stakes in the playoff race. Sitting in 4th place and looking to cement their postseason status, failing to break down a struggling team drops them seven points behind the league leaders. Puebla, meanwhile, remain rooted in 14th place, though they will gladly take a hard-fought road point back home. Ultimately, this fixture serves as a stark reminder that heavy possession without actual penetration rarely yields dividends in the relentless grind of Liga MX.
Key Questions
Who was the standout defensive performer?
Juan Fedorco was massive for Puebla, earning highest match honors by anchoring the defense and securing a hard-fought clean sheet.
Did Pumas capitalize on their attacking chances?
No. Despite controlling possession and attempting 14 total shots, Pumas managed only a single shot on target in a highly frustrating offensive display.
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.
Pumas Poised to Punish Ailing Puebla
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 50/100. With a glaring gap in quality and league standing, the hosts are overwhelming favourites to brush aside a struggling away outfit and cement their top-four credentials.
The Setup
On August 24, 2025, the Estadio Olímpico Universitario plays host to a classic mismatch. U.N.A.M. - Pumas sit comfortably in fourth place with 23 points, having tasted defeat just once this campaign. Conversely, Puebla are languishing in 14th place with a mere 12 points and a leaky defence. A notably low Balance rating highlights the disparity between the sides. While the regular-season Stakes are routine, Pumas's formidable Form suggests they will not take their foot off the gas as they hunt down the league leaders.
Key Battle
The flanks will be where this contest is won or lost. Jorge Ruvalcaba is the main driving force behind the hosts' high Stars rating, consistently terrorising full-backs this season. Edgar Guerra will have his hands full trying to contain the explosive wide man, in a matchup that will likely dictate Puebla's survival chances.
Our Prediction
A routine 2-0 victory for Pumas. They will dictate the tempo from the first whistle, starving Puebla of possession before systematically breaking down their deep defensive block through dynamic wing play.