Pumas vs. Atlas: A Battle for Survival in Liga MX Apertura 2025
Pumas UNAM is facing mounting pressure to secure their first home victory of the Apertura 2025 season as they prepare to host Atlas this Sunday, August 31st. The match, scheduled for 4:00 PM local time at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario, represents a crucial opportunity for both teams to climb up the Liga MX standings.
So far this season, Pumas has struggled at home, managing only two points from draws against Necaxa and Puebla. Their sole home defeat came against Pachuca in a 3-2 thriller. Along with Atlético de San Luis and Atlas, Pumas is one of only three teams yet to taste victory on their home turf this semester.
Currently sitting in 13th place with six points from six games, Pumas needs to start making their home advantage count. While the season is not yet at its halfway point, securing a spot in the playoff qualification zone is paramount for coach Efraín Juárez's squad. The top six teams automatically qualify for the quarter-finals, while the next four compete in a play-in round.
Atlas finds themselves in a similar predicament, just one point behind Pumas in 15th place. The team has already undergone a managerial change, with Diego Cocca replacing Gonzalo Pineda after Matchday 4. Recent history suggests a tightly contested affair. In the last nine regular-season matches between these two teams, each has won once, with the remaining seven ending in draws (six of those being goalless).
Adding intrigue to the match is the potential involvement of Keylor Navas. While not explicitly stated, reports suggest Navas could feature for Pumas. This would undoubtedly boost the team's morale and attract even more attention to the game.
How to Watch Pumas vs. Atlas:
- Date: Sunday, August 31st, 2025
- Time: 4:00 PM (Mexico City time)
- TV Channel: TUDN
- Online: Live coverage on MARCA MX
Will Pumas finally break their home drought? Or will Atlas continue their frustrating run of draws? Tune in to find out!