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Pumas vs America: Six-Goal Thriller Sets Up Fierce Second Leg
11 May
Summary
- The first leg ended in a 3-3 draw, with Pumas losing a two-goal lead late.
- Pumas are on a strong home run, winning their last three matches.
- Club America has a good recent away record against Pumas.
Pumas UNAM and Club America are set for a dramatic conclusion in their Mexican Liga MX Clausura playoff quarter-final. The second leg will take place at the Estadio Olimpico Universitario after the first match concluded in an intense six-goal draw.
In the initial encounter, Pumas UNAM let a significant two-goal lead slip in the final twelve minutes, resulting in a 3-3 stalemate at the Estadio Azteca. This followed a strong finish to the regular season for Pumas, who secured top spot with an unbeaten streak.
Pumas will be relying on their formidable home form, having secured victory in their last three home fixtures. They have won seven of their last eleven matches at the Estadio Olimpico Universitario since November, losing only once.
Despite the draw, Club America remains optimistic, drawing inspiration from their historical advantage in away games against Pumas. They have remained unbeaten in seven of their last nine competitive visits to the Estadio Olimpico Universitario.
Club America, who narrowly qualified for the playoffs, will aim to overcome Pumas' home advantage. The first leg suggests another goal-filled match as both teams vie for a place in the semi-finals.
