Puebla May Change Name in Liga MX

Puebla may change its name in Liga MX due to a legal conflict over the use of the team's name and crest. The club's board is analyzing a radical change in the team's identity if they lose the lawsuit.

What happened?

The problem originated in a legal process before the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property, where the ownership of the trademarks associated with the team is being disputed.

Why is it important for Puebla?

Businessman Ricardo Henaine, former owner of the club, has been the owner of the 'La Franja Puebla Futbol' and 'Club de Futbol Puebla FC' trademarks since 2013. After the sale of the team by Grupo Salinas, Henaine demands payment for damages and losses due to the use of these registrations.

What comes next?

The club's board is already studying a complete restructuring of the institution, which could include changing the team's name to 'Reales del Puebla'. This change would imply a profound transformation of the sports brand, including the modification of the team's name, the redesign of the crest, and the creation of new uniforms.

Puebla is currently in 17th place in the league, with 13 points and a record of 3 wins, 4 draws, and 10 losses in 17 games. Their last result was on April 25, 2026, when they lost 1-2 to Club Queretaro. Their next match will be on August 7, 2026, when they face Portland Timbers away.