Pumas Crushed by Santos in 2025 Apertura Debut

Pumas Crushed by Santos in 2025 Apertura Debut

Santos Laguna dominates Pumas UNAM with a landslide victory in the opening match of the 2025 Liga MX Apertura season . Match summary key players and reactions .

A Devastating Start for Pumas UNAM

The 2025 Liga MX Apertura kicked off with a shocking result as Pumas UNAM suffered a humiliating defeat at the hands of Santos Laguna falling by a landslide margin in their season debut . The match played at Estadio TSM Corona left fans stunned and raised early concerns about Pumas’ form and preparedness for the tournament .

Santos Laguna Dominates from the Start

From the opening whistle Santos Laguna asserted their dominance . Their aggressive high pressing style and quick transitions overwhelmed the Pumas defense leading to early goals that set the tone for the rest of the game . Santos midfield controlled possession with sharp passing and constant movement leaving Pumas struggling to respond .

First Half Brilliance

By the 30 minute mark Santos had already netted two goals thanks to clinical finishes by their attacking duo . The first came from a powerful strike outside the box while the second followed a well executed team move that left Pumas defense exposed. The visitors showed little resistance and entered halftime trailing by a significant margin .

Second Half Seals the Rout

Any hopes of a Pumas comeback were quickly dashed in the second half . Santos continued to apply pressure and their persistence paid off with two more goals before the 70th minute . Pumas defensive lapses and lack of midfield organization allowed Santos to exploit space and finish with ease. The final scoreline reflected complete control and superiority from the home team .

Fans and Analysts React

The loss sent shockwaves through the Pumas fanbase many of whom took to social media to voice their disappointment . Football analysts pointed out the team’s lack of tactical discipline poor defensive coordination and inability to counterattack effectively . Pumas head coach now faces mounting pressure to address these issues before the next fixture .

Looking Ahead

While it is just the first match of the season the 4 0 defeat raises serious questions about Pumas competitiveness in the 2025 Apertura . The club will need to regroup quickly focus on rebuilding their defense and make strategic adjustments if they hope to recover from this poor start .

On the other hand Santos Laguna’s performance sets a strong precedent for their campaign sending a message to the rest of the league that they are serious contenders this season .