Puebla Vs América

Introduction

Between depth in the squad, diversity in tactics, and tradition of supremacy, Puebla versus Club América is an interesting matchup in Liga MX. Their last meeting happened again on February 8th, 2025, in an intense affair that saw Club América emerge 2-1 victors with a win at Estadio Cuauhtémoc.

Head-to-Head Record

Club América has generally been the dominant side in this rivalry, winning the majority of the matches. The last five matches before this game had:

• Club América wins: 3

• Puebla wins: 1

• Draws: 1

• Aggregate score (last 5 matches): América 12 – 5 Puebla

Overall Records:

• Total Matches Played: 50 (approximately)

• América Wins: 30+

• Puebla Wins: 10+

• Draws: ~10

Match Overview & Key Moments

First Half:

13′ – GOAL! Alejandro Zendejas (América): An elaborate passing sequence saw Zendejas profit from a defensive oversight, placing the ball calmly into the net for an early lead for América.

21′ – Puebla Answered Back: With a controlled tempo, two scoring opportunities quickly presented themselves for Gustavo Ferraris and Guillermo Martinez but were denied by outstanding saves from América’s keeper, Luis Malagón.

38′ – GOAL! Henry Martín (América): A quick countering destruction rapidly left Puebla vulnerable, with an all-important finish from Martín doubling América’s lead before halftime.

Second Half:

52′ – Puebla Substitution: The home side made substitutions, Omar Fernandez and Diego de Buen entered to gain midfield control and attack.

73′ – GOAL! Ricardo Marín (Puebla): An inspired effort saw him score, thanks to an excellently delivered cross by Jordi Cortizo, giving hope to Puebla.

90+3′ – Puebla on the Last Push: Puebla high-pressed but could not find a breakthrough in super-defensive América’s defense, effectively sealing the win for the visiting team.

Team Form & Current Position

Puebla’s Recent Form:

• Last 5 Matches: 0 Wins, 2 Draws, 3 Losses

• Total Goals: 4

• Goals Conceded: 7

• Position in Liga MX Table: Mid-table (Struggling to find consistency)

Club América’s Recent Form:

• Last 5 Matches: 3 Wins, 2 Draws, 0 Losses

• Goals Scored: 10

• Goals Conceded: 3

• Position in Liga MX Table: Top 3 (Title contenders)

Key Players & Tactical Insight

Puebla’s Key Players:

Ricardo Marín: Scored the only goal for Puebla and was a constant threat in attack.

Jordi Cortizo: Assisted on Marín’s goal and created several chances.

Jesús Rodríguez (Goalkeeper): Made crucial saves to maintain a respectable scoreline.

Club América’s Star Performers:

Alejandro Zendejas: Opened the scoring and was key in America´s attacking movement.

Henry Martín: Scored the decisive second goal and showed great finishing ability.

Luis Malagón (Goalkeeper): Denied the best chances for Puebla and was solid in his box.

Tactical Breakdown:

Possession: The teams maintained very different levels of possession: 75% for the host team, América, who controlled the game tempo, and 25% for the away team Puebla.

Defensive Principles: A deep block, mainly waiting for counter-attacks.

Offensive Ideas or Strategy: Takes high pressing and quick passing from América to dismantle all of Puebla’s defensive layers in the first half.

Discipline: The whole defending team struggled to contain attacking threats from Club América, leading to a total of 21 fouls and 6 yellow cards in the process.

Puebla vs. América: A Glance at Rivalry and Memorable Games

Memorable Games in Recent Years:

2022: In one of the greatest displays of high-intensity pressing and quick transitions, Puebla defeated América 3-1.

2023: A crushing defeat for Puebla as América showed all their attacking prowess with a 5-1 win.

2024: A goalless draw that saw the home side, Puebla, crawl back from two down and ended in a 2-2 stalemate.

América has had the upper hand against Puebla in this fixture historically, but there have been a few instances when the latter managed to upset the apple cart and caused the rivalry to be a game of chance.

Predictions and Betting Tips

Next Encounter Prediction:

Score Prediction: Club America 2-0 Puebla.

Possible Goalscorers: Henry Martin, and Alejandro Zendejas.

Key Betting Tip: Under 3.5 goals & América to win.

Why This Prediction?

• América’s strength, form, and squad depth.

• Puebla’s erratic form along with defensive choplets.

• América’s ability to control possession and dictate the play.

Conclusion

Puebla lost, 2-1, to Club América on a night of tactical discipline and squad quality. América held its own on the field, and although Puebla tried and scored a late consolation goal, they could not deny América a victory, a deserved one indeed, that signals the latter as one of the favorites to win the Liga MX title. See more

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