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Can Espinoza Revive Puebla's Fortunes?
18 Jul
Summary
- Gerardo Espinoza debuts as Club Puebla's coach in Liga MX season opener.
- Puebla finished last in Apertura and near bottom in Clausura.
- Last meeting between Juarez and Puebla ended in a dramatic 4-4 draw.

Gerardo Espinoza will debut as the new coach for Club Puebla as they kick off their Liga MX Apertura season against FC Juarez on Friday. This marks a new chapter for Los Camoteros, who have faced significant disappointment in recent years, finishing last in the 2025 Apertura and second-to-last in the Clausura. The team is currently on an eight-game winless streak and concluded the Clausura with four consecutive losses.
Despite their recent struggles, Puebla has managed to draw their last two matches against Juarez. Their most recent encounter in October ended in an exhilarating 4-4 tie at the Estadio Olimpico Benito Juarez, where Puebla secured a 93rd-minute equalizer. Juarez, led by manager Pedro Caixinha, who has a strong record against Puebla, will be eager for revenge after relinquishing a two-goal lead late in that match.