The match at Estadio El Volcán ended with Tigres suffering a defeat against Pumas UNAM, decided by a single goal scored by Robert Morales in the 22nd minute of the first half.
Tigres showed determination throughout the game, launching a total of 29 shots. However, they were unable to find the back of the net, with only 7 shots on target, while the rest missed the mark.
Robert Morales emerged as the standout player of the match, managing to score a goal and taking 4 shots at goal, showcasing his impressive skills.
Another crucial player for Pumas UNAM was goalkeeper Keylor Navas, who delivered an outstanding performance by saving 7 shots from the Tigres offense.
Tigres coach Guido Pizarro set up his team in a 4-5-1 formation, with Nahuel Guzmán guarding the net; Jesús Garza, Joaquim Pereira, Juan José Purata, and Osvaldo Rodríguez forming the defensive line; and Fernando Gorriarán, Rômulo, Uriel Antuna, Juan Brunetta, and Marcelo Flores in the midfield, with Nicolás Ibáñez leading the attack.
On the other side, Pumas UNAM, managed by Efraín Juárez, employed a 5-4-1 strategy, featuring Keylor Navas as the keeper; a defense line with Jesús Rivas, Pablo Bennevendo, Nathanael Ananias, Ángel Azuaje, and Álvaro Angulo; while Pedro Vite, Adalberto Carrasquilla, César Garza, and Jorge Ruvalcaba operated in the midfield, and Robert Morales spearheaded the front line.
The match was overseen by referee Jesús López Valle.
Looking ahead, Tigres will face Toluca FC next, while Pumas UNAM will host León. At present, Tigres occupies the tenth position with 3 points, while Pumas has climbed to fourth place with 4 points in the tournament.
Substitutions for Tigres
- 45’ 2T – Osvaldo Rodríguez replaced by Ángel Correa
- 45’ 2T – Uriel Antuna replaced by Diego Lainez
- 56’ 2T – Nicolás Ibáñez substituted for André-Pierre Gignac
- 67’ 2T – Marcelo Flores replaced by Diego Sánchez
- 83’ 2T – Juan José Purata substituted for Edgar López
Yellow Cards for Tigres:
- 38’ 1T – Juan José Purata
- 24’ 2T – André-Pierre Gignac
- 47’ 2T – Joaquim Pereira
Substitutions for Pumas UNAM
- 66’ 2T – Jorge Ruvalcaba replaced by Alan Medina
- 77’ 2T – Pedro Vite replaced by Rodrigo López
- 81’ 2T – Robert Morales substituted for Juninho Vieira
Yellow Cards for Pumas UNAM:
- 21’ 1T – Adalberto Carrasquilla
- 45’ 1T – Keylor Navas
- 9’ 2T – César Garza
- 21’ 2T – Jorge Ruvalcaba
- 43’ 2T – Álvaro Angulo
Red Card for Pumas UNAM:
- 50’ 2T – Álvaro Angulo (two yellow cards)