Pumas advances to the next phase | Alajuelense 1-1 Pumas UNAM: Round of 16 for the CONCACAF Champions Cup Full-Time

Join the minute-by-minute tracking of the Alajuelense vs Pumas UNAM match for the CONCACAF Champions Cup, goals and more.

Finalyyyy

Pumas took a while and their performance left something to be desired, but in the end they delivered and advanced to the next round. That was all for Alajuelense.

They are made of words

Padilla wasn't pleased that Campbell let his leg go when he came out to block a ball. Nothing further came of it.

5 minutes of added time are indicated in this second half of the match.

Pure formality

Both teams are now busy trying to keep the clock ticking. The tie was already decided a while ago.

Move Pumas

Pablo Monroy exits #13, Ángel Azueja enters #51

#9 Guillermo Martínez leaves, #9 Ali Ávila enters

A couple more for the League

Out #33 Steven Lucumi, in #7 Tristan Demetrius

#24 Aaron Salazar exits, #10 Aaron Suarez enters

The revolutions drop again

Alajuelense isn't as intense as it had been in the previous minutes; the emotional blow of having to score three more goals has shattered their momentum.

Duarte reprimanded

The one who just entered earns preventive detention for knocking down Steven Lucumi.

Another stick

Ruvalcaba had the chance to do the somersault and once again the metal saved Alajuelense.

Another change for Pumas

#27 Piero Quispe leaves the field, in his place #5 Rubén Duarte enters.

Pumas goal

A killer goal, and Leo Suárez, on the edge of the box, quickly dribbled a shot inside the far post. Barring a catastrophe, Pumas will be in the next round.

More changes for Alajuelense

Out goes #11 Diego Campos, in comes #12 Joel Campbell

#26 Fernando Piñar leaves, #28 Joshua Navarro enters

Stick

Leo Suárez, true to his style, unleashed a long-range left-footed shot that bounced around and ended up hitting the crossbar.

Pumas on the counterattack

The visitors are sheltering in place, waiting for their opponent. They're looking for a fast counterattack to finish everything off.

Hard fall

Anderson Canhoto jumped trying to win an aerial ball and when he landed, he hit a very awkward impact and immediately put his hand to his lower back.

Nothing serious happened and the game continues.

Bennevendo is in pain

The UNAM Pumas' number 2 player complains of contact to his face and has lain down on the grass.

Ruvalcaba was late

The newcomer made a clear approach to the area, but before he could send a pass, the defense intervened to convert the corner kick.

Move 'Efra'

#23 Ignacio Pussetto leaves, #10 Leo Suárez enters

Out #29 Rogelio Funes Mori, in #17 Jorge Ruvalcaba

Same tone

Long possessions for both teams, which inhibits the possibility of excitement in the goal.

Good play by Pumas

The university students touched the ball several times, until they cleared the path and a good cross into the area was blocked at the penalty spot.

Clear intentions

Alajuelense takes possession at the start of the second half and will manage their offensive intentions with restraint.

The second part begins!

The second half begins. Pumas is looking for a goal to bring some peace of mind, while Alajuelense is hoping for extra time.

They moved the premises

#19 Alberto Toril left the field, in his place #97 Anderson Canhoto entered.

The first part ends

In a first half lacking excitement, Alajuelense got the first of two they needed with a mistake by Alex Padilla.

Only one minute of added time is allowed in this first half.

Pumas looks bewildered

The goal didn't go down well with the Universitarios, and they now look distracted and nervous.

He is saved from the yellow card

Bennevendo committed a foul on Alberto Toril on the edge of the penalty area. The entire Alajuelense team was clearly demanding a yellow card.

Great goal!

A stunning, angled free kick from Diego Campos. Padilla helped slightly.

None connect

Alajuelense can't decipher the 'Auriazul' defense, which has performed at its peak, while Pumas doesn't look sharp.

Piñar is in pain

The full-back was involved in a challenge with Robert Ergas, and the home side took the brunt. There was no foul.

Divided domain

Both look good when they have a lot of the ball, but they take a while to recover, which is why both have the ball for several minutes.

Pussetto wastes

Free kick in an ideal area. The Argentine striker's shot flew.

Padilla!

As stated, Alajuelense is getting closer and closer, and now from mid-range, Angulo unleashed a shot that the goalkeeper had to deflect with two fists.

Alajuelense Improvement

The home side has pushed their lines forward and has pushed Pumas into their own half. They want the first goal as soon as possible.

It doesn't quite catch on

Twenty minutes in which there were no clear dangerous actions on the goal line.

What a reaction from Ortega!

'Memote' received the ball on the edge of the box, turned around and unleashed a left-footed shot that deflected off the defense, and just over the line, Washington Ortega sent it out for a corner kick.

Elegant garter!

The home side shook off the university pressure with multiple first-time touches and are now heading towards the opposing goal.

They ask for a penalty

A handball into the box, but in the effort to clear it, it bounced and seemed to make contact with Bennevendo's hand.

The visitors are settling in

Pumas are starting to build up longer possessions and are in opponent territory. They don't want the Lions to grow.

Little clarity

Alajuelense shows more initiative, but makes mistakes in the final zone and the offensive players fail to get into the game.

Intense start

Both teams fight intensely for every divided ball that comes their way. They don't give up even a bit.

The meeting begins!

Pumas moves first in this second leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup.

Alajuelense's Recent Matches

Alajuelense has been inconsistent in recent weeks, with a mix of victories and setbacks. A hard-fought 2-1 away win over Herediano on March 8 showcased their resilience, but their 2-0 defeat to Pumas UNAM in the first leg on March 4 left them with a significant challenge. Before that, a disappointing 0-0 draw against Puntarenas on February 28 highlighted their struggles in breaking down compact defenses.

Last 5 Matches:

• Herediano 1-2 Alajuelense (Primera Division) - March 8
• Pumas UNAM 2-0 Alajuelense (Concacaf Champions Cup) - March 4
• Alajuelense 0-0 Puntarenas (Primera Division) - February 28
• Santos de Guapiles 0-0 Alajuelense (Primera Division) - February 23
• Alajuelense 1-0 Guanacasteca (Primera Division) - February 15

Pumas UNAM's Recent Matches

Pumas UNAM is coming into this match with renewed confidence following a strong performance in both domestic and international competitions. They secured a commanding 3-1 victory over Puebla in Liga MX on March 7, following their 2-0 first-leg win over Alajuelense on March 4. However, prior to that, they suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Guadalajara on March 1, showing some vulnerability in attack.

Last 5 Matches:

• Puebla 1-3 Pumas UNAM (Liga MX) - March 7
• Pumas UNAM 2-0 Alajuelense (Concacaf Champions Cup) - March 4
• Pumas UNAM 0-1 Guadalajara (Liga MX) - March 1
• Club Tijuana 4-2 Pumas UNAM (Liga MX) - February 25
• Pumas UNAM 0-2 America (Liga MX) - February 22

Match Details

• Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025
• Time: 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT)
• Tournament: Concacaf Champions Cup – Round of 16 (Second Leg)
• Stadium: Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto, Alajuela, Costa Rica