Result and Context
On October 12, 2026, at the Cuauhtémoc Stadium, Puebla beat Santos Laguna 3‑2, earning 10 points and moving into the top five of the Apertura 2026. The win keeps Puebla in the fight for the top spots in the standings.
First Half: a Defensive Start
Santos took the early lead when Facundo Ezequiel scored an own goal, giving the Warriors an initial advantage. Puebla responded quickly: at minute 9, Eduardo Mustre equalized with an Acevedo error. The match remained balanced until halftime.
Second Half: Goals That Shift the Course
At minute 51, Santos’ Ezequiel Bullaude took the lead again with a corner‑kick goal. Five minutes later, Eduardo Mustre appeared again and tied the game with his second goal of the night, giving the locals an immediate chance.
Carlos Baltazar’s Stunning Goal
At minute 62, Carlos Baltazar scored an incredible goal to put Puebla ahead for the last time, sealing the 3‑2 final. The Franja continued attacking, but the Lagunero defense failed to respond.
Impact on the Table and Leadership
With the win, Puebla confirms its strong start to the tournament and reaches 10 points. Coach Gil Espinoza celebrates the victory with his team, while Santos continues to fail to score in the championship.
