La Liga MX is preparing for matchday 8 of the 2025 Clausura with the much-anticipated capital classic between Pumas and América at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario. Pumas and América are experiencing very different realities this season.
The university team, led by Gustavo Lema, is in ninth place with 11 points, having won three matches, drawn two, and lost two. Despite the points, Pumas has not achieved solid performance, which has dissatisfied the fans. The absences of key players like Lisandro Magallán and Nathan Silva in defense have affected the team, although Magallán is expected to be available for the match against América.
On the other hand, América, the current three-time league champion, is one of the most solid projects in Mexican football. However, in the last two encounters, Pumas has emerged victorious, giving them momentum to maintain their streak, while the Águilas will seek to win their first classic of the tournament.
The match, which will take place on Saturday, February 22 at 21:00 at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario, promises to be intense. América, led by André Jardine, arrives as runner-up with 17 points and a clear game strategy. Despite injuries, they have a large squad that allows them to maintain a high competitive level. Meanwhile, Pumas has important absences like Jonathan dos Santos and Igor Lichnovsky, while Henry Martín and Rodrigo Aguirre are not in peak physical condition.
An exciting and contested match is expected at Ciudad Universitaria this weekend, given the intensity and rivalry that characterize this capital classic.
