Pumas stun Club América in 6-6 thriller to reach Liga MX semifinals
Pumas secured a dramatic spot in the Liga MX Clausura 2026 semifinals after a tense quarterfinal clash with Club América. The tie ended 6-6 on aggregate, but a missed penalty from América’s Henry Martín sealed their fate. Fans quickly took to social media to mock the defeated side. Under manager Efraín Juárez, Pumas started strongly in the second leg. Early goals from Rubén Duarte (2'), Nathan Silva (12'), and Jordán Carrillo (22') put them firmly in control. Yet their defensive shape soon weakened, allowing América to pull back with two penalty goals.
The match hung in the balance until Martín stepped up for a crucial spot-kick. His attempt sailed wide, handing Pumas the advantage on away goals. The final whistle sparked celebrations among Pumas supporters, who flooded platforms with taunts directed at their rivals.
With the win, Pumas now prepare for a semifinal showdown against Pachuca. The club’s attacking start and late resilience proved decisive in a tie that swung wildly between both sides. Pumas advance to face Pachuca after surviving a nervy encounter with América. Their fast start and Martín’s penalty miss became the defining moments of the quarterfinal. The semifinal clash will determine whether their strong form continues in the closing stages of the tournament.
