U.N.A.M.- Pumas vs Santos Laguna: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Pumas prepare to host Santos Laguna on January 31, 2026, with kick-off at 04:00 under referee Reynoso Arce, this MEXICO: Primera Division, Clausura fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Pumas, currently 3rd in the standings with 12 points from 6 games, are within reach of the top with 6 points behind. They've earned 5 points from 3 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 draws in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 11 goals scored.

Santos Laguna, sitting 18th with 1 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 0 points from 3 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 draw and 4 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 16 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Pumas and Santos Laguna have favored Pumas, with Pumas claiming victory in their most recent clash (4-0). Over the past few seasons, Pumas have held the upper hand in this matchup.

In their previous league match against Puebla, Pumas recorded a 3-2 victory while lining up in a 4-1-4-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Navas, Angulo, Duarte, Silva, Lopez, Carrillo, Vite, Garza, Medina, Martinez, Morales. This tactical approach balanced risk and reward, adapting dynamically to the flow of the game.

Santos Laguna's last outing came against Mazatlan, where they secured a 1-2 defeat using a 5-4-1 system. Their starting XI featured Acevedo, Ortega, Orona, Balanta, Abella, Villalba, Gruezo, Dajome, Bullaude, Palacios, Di Yorio. This configuration emphasized defensive solidity while enabling quick transitions forward.

Looking ahead, Pumas are expected to maintain their 4-2-3-1 structure, while Santos Laguna are likely to counter with a 4-3-3 setup. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Pumas's fixtures have averaged 3.4 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Santos Laguna's games average 3.9 goals, with 9 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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