Anticipate a thrilling Mexico Liga MX game on 24.08.2026, where U.N.A.M. - Pumas looks to assert dominance against Necaxa. U.N.A.M. - Pumas, with a slight advantage, faces a resilient opponent in Necaxa. Our analysis provides a detailed look at tactics, player forms, and key statistics. For thorough insights and betting tips, make sure to read our prediction.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Toluca | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6/3 | 7 |
| 6 | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7/5 | 7 |
| 7 | Club Queretaro | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5/4 | 7 |
| 10 | Leon | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5/5 | 6 |
| 11 | Necaxa | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6/7 | 6 |
| 12 | Atlante FC | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5/5 | 5 |
Key Player Statistics: U.N.A.M. - Pumas vs Necaxa
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x 1 x 1 U.N.A.M. - Pumas vs Necaxa Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liga MX | Necaxa | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 07.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| Liga MX | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Necaxa | 11.08.2025 | 1-1 |
| Liga MX | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Necaxa | 12.01.2025 | 2-1 |
| Liga MX | Necaxa | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 14.09.2024 | 2-0 |
| Liga MX | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Necaxa | 01.02.2024 | 2-2 |
| Liga MX | Necaxa | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 28.10.2023 | 1-0 |
| Liga MX | Necaxa | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 16.02.2023 | 3-1 |
| Copa por México | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Necaxa | 21.12.2022 | 0-0 |
| Liga MX | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Necaxa | 17.07.2022 | 1-0 |
| Liga MX | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Necaxa | 20.03.2022 | 1-3 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liga MX | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | Club Queretaro | 16.08.2026 | 0-0 |
| Leagues Cup | Columbus Crew | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 12.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| Leagues Cup | FC Cincinnati | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 08.08.2026 | 2-0 |
| Leagues Cup | Charlotte | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 05.08.2026 | 3-0 |
| Liga MX | FC Juarez | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 01.08.2026 | 1-5 |
| Liga MX | Toluca | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 22.07.2026 | 1-2 |
| Liga MX | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | CF Pachuca | 19.07.2026 | 0-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | America de Cali | 12.07.2026 | 0-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Cancún | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 05.07.2026 | 0-3 |
| CONCACAF Champions League | U.N.A.M. - Pumas | San Diego | 11.02.2026 | 1-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liga MX | Necaxa | Leon | 18.08.2026 | 0-1 |
| Leagues Cup | New York City FC | Necaxa | 14.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| Leagues Cup | Philadelphia Union | Necaxa | 10.08.2026 | 3-1 |
| Leagues Cup | Chicago Fire | Necaxa | 07.08.2026 | 2-0 |
| Liga MX | Toluca | Necaxa | 03.08.2026 | 3-1 |
| Liga MX | Necaxa | Monterrey | 27.07.2026 | 2-1 |
| Liga MX | Necaxa | Atlante FC | 17.07.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Atlas | Necaxa | 04.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Correcaminos Uat | Necaxa | 01.07.2026 | 3-6 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Necaxa | Monarcas | 20.06.2026 | 1-0 |
Comparative Team Statistics: U.N.A.M. - Pumas VS Necaxa
Last 20 Matches Statistics: U.N.A.M. - Pumas vs Necaxa
Bookies' predictions
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
Betting Intelligence: U.N.A.M. - Pumas vs Necaxa
Pumas are back at home, and that matters more than you might think.
The Auriazules sit sixth in Liga MX with seven points from four games, playing some genuinely exciting football. They've already put five past FC Juarez away from home and beat Toluca on the road too. This team is scoring goals and doing it with style.
Here's what you need to watch for — Juninho. Three goals in three Liga MX appearances this season. He's been absolutely relentless in front of goal and at odds of 1.81 for the home win, Pumas look like serious value with him firing.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that Necaxa are a tough side to break down. Yes, they've picked up six points from three games and their own striker J. Carranza has three goals and a red card already this season — the man plays on the edge. But Necaxa just lost 3-1 to Toluca in Liga MX before heading into the Leagues Cup, where they were beaten by Philadelphia Union and Chicago Fire. The momentum isn't really there.
The head-to-head record tells a fascinating story. In the last six Liga MX meetings, neither side has dominated completely. But Pumas have won their last two Liga MX home games against Necaxa — 2-1 in January 2025 and before that a 2-2 draw. The most surprising stat here? Every single one of those six meetings produced goals at both ends. Both teams to score looks almost inevitable based on that pattern alone.
Tactically, the Carranza vs the Pumas backline battle is the key duel. He's direct, dangerous and reckless enough to get himself sent off — which he already has this season. If Pumas can frustrate him early, Necaxa lose their biggest weapon.
R. Morales is another name to watch. Three assists in three games for Pumas. He's pulling the strings in midfield and feeding Juninho perfectly.
My prediction: Pumas win 2-1. I'd back the home win, both teams to score, and Juninho to score anytime. That combination makes real sense given everything the data tells us.
The Estadio Olímpico Universitario will be rocking. Pumas at home, goals in the air, and a Necaxa side desperate to prove they belong near the top. This one has drama written all over it.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K. Navas | Costa Rica | 39 | Goalkeeper | 185 | 80 |
| Nathan Silva | Brazil | 29 | Defender | 182 | 84 |
| Á. Angulo | Colombia | 29 | Defender | 176 | 72 |
| A. Medina | Mexico | 29 | Attacker | 182 | 74 |
| U. Rivas | Mexico | 30 | Midfielder | 177 | 72 |
| G. Martínez | Mexico | 31 | Attacker | 191 | 91 |
| Rubén Duarte | Spain | 30 | Defender | 180 | 75 |
| U. Antuna | Mexico | 29 | Attacker | 174 | 59 |
| A. Carrasquilla | Panama | 27 | Midfielder | 170 | 65 |
| R. Morales | Paraguay | 27 | Attacker | 180 | 74 |
| J. Caicedo | Colombia | 24 | Midfielder | 179 | 69 |
| J. Rivas | Mexico | 23 | Defender | 171 | 62 |
| J. Carrillo | Mexico | 24 | Midfielder | 168 | 62 |
| P. Vite | Ecuador | 24 | Midfielder | 168 | 68 |
| T. Leone | Mexico | 22 | Defender | 185 | 82 |
| R. López | Mexico | 24 | Midfielder | 172 | 65 |
| M. Paul | Mexico | 22 | Goalkeeper | 182 | n/a |
| Cesar Garza Cantu | Mexico | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Á. Rico | Mexico | 21 | Midfielder | 169 | 63 |
| Á. Azuaje | Mexico | 21 | Defender | 178 | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Carranza | Argentina | 26 | Attacker | 176 | 66 |
| L. Faravelli | Argentina | 33 | Midfielder | 171 | 69 |
| C. Vargas | Mexico | 27 | Defender | 176 | 76 |
| A. Peña | Mexico | 30 | Defender | 187 | 72 |
| D. Leyva | USA | 23 | Midfielder | 178 | 68 |
| A. Oliveros | Uruguay | 28 | Defender | 183 | 79 |
| P. Pedraza | Mexico | 26 | Midfielder | 185 | 67 |
| R. Martínez | Mexico | 23 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Kaiky Naves | Brazil | 24 | Defender | 184 | 77 |
| M. Zaleta | Mexico | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| J. Torres | Colombia | 22 | Attacker | 170 | 65 |
| M. Espíndola | Argentina | 22 | Midfielder | 178 | 69 |
| M. Rodríguez | Mexico | 23 | Midfielder | 177 | 73 |
| R. Cortéz | Mexico | 22 | Midfielder | 173 | 66 |
| J. Orantes | Mexico | 21 | Goalkeeper | 182 cm | n/a |
| J. Ruiz | Argentina | 21 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Owen de Jesús González Ojeda | Mexico | 23 | Midfielder | 169 | 68 |
| L. Jiménez | Mexico | 21 | Goalkeeper | 195 | n/a |
| J. Valencia | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a | |
| C. Andrade | n/a | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
U.N.A.M. - Pumas vs Necaxa match odds
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