This Sunday, Pumas UNAM celebrated a convincing 3-1 win against Mazatlán in the 14th round of the Clausura. The scoring opened early when Robert Morales netted a goal just 4 minutes into the first half. Juninho Vieira followed suit, extending the lead with another goal at the 14-minute mark. Mazatlán managed to narrow the gap thanks to a powerful shot from Josué Ovalle in the 35th minute. However, they could not turn the tide and ultimately fell 3-1 after Guillermo Martínez scored again in the 67th minute.
Robert Morales received praise for his skillful finish early in the match. After a well-placed cross from Alan Medina, Morales struck the ball into the net, putting Pumas ahead right from the start.
Mazatlán had a golden opportunity to score again in the dying moments, but Fábio Gomes’ shot in the 94th minute hit the post, leaving them without a second goal.
Guillermo Martínez was a standout player, contributing significantly with one goal and three shots taken during the match.
Pumas’ defense, led by Nathanael Ananias, played a crucial role in maintaining their lead, showcasing strong defensive skills throughout the game.
Head Coach Efraín Juárez deployed a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Keylor Navas in goal; a defensive line of Rodrigo López, Nathanael Ananias, Pablo Bennevendo, and Álvaro Angulo; a midfield with Alan Medina, Pedro Vite, Adalberto Carrasquilla, and Jordan Carrillo; and forwards Robert Morales and Juninho Vieira.
Meanwhile, Mazatlán, managed by Sergio Bueno, operated in a 5-3-2 setup, with Ricardo Rodríguez as goalkeeper; Sebastián Santos, Ángel Leyva, Facundo Almada, Lucas Merolla, and Mauro Zaleta in defense; Édgar Bárcenas, Said Godínez, and Josué Ovalle in the midfield; and Dudu Teodora and Brian Rubio leading the attack.
Katia García Mendoza officiated the match, ensuring fair play.
In upcoming fixtures, Pumas UNAM will face Atl. de San Luis away, while Mazatlán will host Querétaro. Currently, Pumas holds the fourth position in the league with 27 points, whereas Mazatlán sits in 17th place with 11 points.
Substitutions for Pumas UNAM
59’ 2T – Juninho Vieira was substituted by Uriel Antuna, Pablo Bennevendo for Rubén Duarte, and Jordan Carrillo for Guillermo Martínez.
73’ 2T – Alan Medina made way for Ángel Rico, Brian Rubio substituted Fábio Gomes, Mauro Zaleta replaced Gilberto Adame, and Lucas Merolla came off for Mauro Laínez.
84’ 2T – Robert Morales was replaced by César Garza.
Yellow Card for Pumas UNAM:
12’ 2T Keylor Navas.
Substitutions for Mazatlán
81’ 2T – Édgar Bárcenas exited for Gabriel López and Josué Ovalle was replaced by Ángel Saavedra.
Yellow Cards for Mazatlán:
12’ 2T Brian Rubio and 47’ 2T Ángel Leyva.