Mustre shines in the classic as Puebla clings to promotion zone

An unexpected start

The match began with an unexpected twist: Santos Laguna took the lead thanks to an own goal by F. Almada in the 4th minute. This start surprised the locals, who quickly regrouped to respond.

Just five minutes later, E. Mustre equalized the score with a goal assisted by C. Baltazar, showcasing Puebla's ability to overcome adversity.

Mustre, the hero of the match

E. Mustre became the standout player of the match by scoring his second goal in the 54th minute, again assisted by J. Vargas. This brace was crucial for Puebla to take a 2-1 lead at a decisive moment in the match.

The advantage was extended to 3-1 in the 62nd minute when C. Baltazar, assisted by B. Garnica, found the back of the net. This third goal seemed to pave the way for a comfortable victory for Puebla.

Santos Laguna does not give up

However, Santos Laguna did not surrender. D. Gonzalez, who came on in the second half, managed to score his team's second goal in the 51st minute, keeping the tension in the match alive.

Despite their efforts and a negative streak of four consecutive losses that placed them 17th in the table, Santos could not equalize the score and ultimately succumbed to a more determined Puebla.

A step forward for Puebla

With this victory, Puebla positions itself in 8th place in the table, securing their spot in the promotion zone for the Liga MX playoffs. This win not only represents three crucial points but also provides a moral boost in a classic that always generates emotions.

The head-to-head record between both teams shows that Puebla has only won 5 out of 22 matches, making this victory even more significant in the context of their rivalry.