Pumas Edge Mazatlán with Last-Minute Goal in 2025 Clash

CIUDAD DE MÉXICO, México — Pumas UNAM triumphed over Mazatlán FC in a thrilling encounter on February 9, 2025, with a decisive goal from Piero Quispe in the final moments of the match. The game, held at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario, marked the 6th round of the Liga MX Clausura 2025.

Having entered the game unbeaten at home this season, Pumas, led by coach Gustavo Lema, aimed to secure a win after two draws and a previous victory. They faced a Mazatlán team, managed by Víctor Manuel Vucetich, that was looking to rebound from a recent 1-0 loss against Club León.

Pumas started the match with a confident lineup, including Pablo Lara, Nathan Silva, and Rubén Duarte, while Mazatlán fielded Hugo González and Rodolfo Pizarro as key players. Both teams showed intensity, but the first half concluded without any goals, as defensive strategies took precedence.

In the second half, Pumas’ Ignacio Pussetto came close to scoring, but his shot went wide of the Mazatlán goal. The match continued with both teams struggling to find the back of the net. Tensions escalated as the clock wound down, with Mazatlán aiming to escape with a point.

Just when the game seemed destined for a draw, Quispe’s late goal shattered Mazatlán’s hopes and secured a crucial three points for Pumas. The goal was a result of relentless pressure and showcased Pumas’ attacking prowess in the dying moments of the game.

With this victory, Pumas climbed to fifth place in the Liga MX standings, now accumulating 11 points. Meanwhile, Mazatlán remained in the standings’ bottom half, currently placed 11th with 7 points from two wins, one draw, and three losses.

Mazatlán’s next challenge will be against Santos Laguna, which is crucial for both teams as they aim to climb towards playoff contention. Vucetich will likely reassess his strategies to ensure a more robust performance following the loss to Pumas.

“We need to learn from this defeat and focus on the next match,” Vucetich remarked post-match, emphasizing the importance of regrouping and refocusing. “We have to find ways to convert our chances into goals.

The next match for both teams will be pivotal as they continue to navigate their seasons in the Liga MX, with hopes of playoff berths hanging in the balance.