Liga MX: Pumas aim for second straight win against FC Juárez

After securing their first victory of the Apertura 2026 season against Toluca, Pumas is now focused on building on that success. The team demonstrated resilience on the road against one of the league's top contenders and aims to carry that positive momentum forward.

Coach Esteban Solari's squad faces another away challenge as they visit the Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez to play against FC Juárez. The Bravos are experiencing a difficult start to the tournament and are under pressure to perform in front of their home crowd.

Pumas, known as the "universitarios," are looking to capitalize on their recent win to secure a second consecutive victory. This would help solidify their project in the early weeks of the competition before the league pauses for the Leagues Cup.

For FC Juárez and coach Pedro Caixinha, this match is a crucial opportunity to turn their season around. A win would not only lift them from the bottom of the standings but also restore confidence in a project that the club's board is closely monitoring.

The recent head-to-head record between the two teams shows a mixed history, with each side having had success depending on the venue. Pumas emerged victorious in their last encounter at Ciudad Universitaria with a 4-2 scoreline, highlighting their offensive capabilities.