Puebla surprises with win in Apertura 2026 opener. The Franja earned their first win of the season with a 1-0 victory over Bravos de Juárez at the Olímpico Benito Juárez stadium.
What happened?
Puebla's win was due to an early goal from Ignacio Maestro Puch, who took advantage of a series of rebounds in the area to give the Camoteros a 1-0 lead just 11 minutes into the game. Instantly after, Puebla had marked the second, but the referee blew the whistle before the ball entered the net due to a supposed foul.
Why it matters for Puebla?
Puebla's win is a great start to the season, especially after the loss in the previous match. The Franja shows strength and determination in their pursuit of a good result in the Apertura 2026.
What comes next?
Puebla will face Portland Timbers in their next match, on August 7, 2026. The Franja aims to maintain their winning streak and remain one of the top contenders for the liguilla classification.
Currently, Puebla is in 9th place in the Liga MX standings, with 3 points and a record of 1 win, 0 draws, and 1 loss in 2 games. The Franja is 3 points behind the leaders Cruz Azul. With their win in the 1st round, Puebla shows itself as one of the main contenders for the classification in the Apertura 2026.
