Planet Pumas Podcast

Another draw. Another missed opportunity. And another game that leaves me asking: where exactly is this team going?

Pumas finished the regular season in first place with a historic 36-point campaign, but the season ultimately ended in disappointment after falling short in the final.

In this episode, I share my thoughts on the season as a whole, what made this team special, why the final slipped away, and why I still believe this was a positive step forward for the club.

I also discuss Efraín Juárez’s project, the strengths and limitations of the squad, the importance of continuity, and what Pumas needs to do moving forward if they want to turn a great season into a championship-winning one.

Was this season a success? Where does this team go from here? Let’s talk about it.

Pumas go toe-to-toe with league leaders Chivas and walk away with a result that feels more like a loss than a point.

In this episode:

• ​ Why this match mattered for the top 4 race
• ​ Tactical decisions that changed the game
• ​ The controversial penalty that cost Pumas the win
• ​ Defensive concerns that still haven’t been solved
• ​ What this result says about Pumas against elite teams
• ​ The path ahead and why the next stretch will define the season

Pumas are competing. But are they ready to win when it matters most?

In this episode we recap our journey so far in this season.

After 12 years, Pumas finally take three points from El Volcán — and this episode breaks down how it really happened. No hype, no lies. This was a win built on suffering, discipline, and a massive performance from Keilor Navas.

I analyze:

• Why Keilor Navas was the clear difference

• César Garza’s breakout performance as the holding midfielder

• The tactical setup that kept Pumas alive

• A genuinely excellent team goal finished by Robert “La Pantera” Morales

• Why Tigres dominated the second half — and what still worries me

• Defensive issues that haven’t disappeared

• Angulo’s red card and the problems it creates moving forward

This win brings relief and breathing room for Efraín Juárez — but it also leaves real questions ahead of León at Ciudad Universitaria.

Pumas returned to the pitch… and delivered one of the most frustrating performances in recent memory. This episode dives straight into the mess: questionable lineup choices, tactical chaos, defensive instability, another costly Caicedo mistake, and why this didn’t feel like “rust” — it felt like a repeat of last season’s problems.

But it’s not all negative. We talk about the bright spots like Carrasquilla’s leadership, Garza’s maturity, and which players still give reasons to believe. Then we zoom out and ask the hard question: is this team actually progressing, or are we watching the same story play out again?

The Clausura begins at home and this match sets the tone.

In this episode, I break down Pumas vs Querétaro with clear expectations, not hype. From the predicted XI and tactical setup to the players under real pressure, this preview is about standards, control, and what must improve from last season.

We cover:

• Why this opener matters more than preseason

• The expected 4-3-3 and key battles in midfield

• Players who need to set the tone early

• One stat that actually matters

• A clear score prediction and what failure would look like

Consistency starts now.

A new season is here, and this is the reset Pumas needed.

In this preseason preview, I break down what actually matters heading into the new tournament: expectations, squad changes, tactical identity, and the players who will define whether this season is progress or another missed opportunity.

This episode covers:

• What Pumas are building going into the new season

• Early impressions of the transfer window and roster balance

• Key players who can swing the season

• Where the margins are still thin

• What success should realistically look like before emotions take over

No hype. No doom. Just clear standards and honest expectations as the season begins.

This episode is a full-season reality check.

Pumas’ tournament didn’t end because of one bad match or bad luck. It ended because of thin depth, failed planning, and a roster that couldn’t survive injuries or pressure moments.

I break down:

• Why the Pachuca loss exposed problems that existed all season

• How the striker situation defined the collapse

• Which signings actually delivered and which didn’t

• Where the squad regressed and why depth matters more than hype

• What the front-office changes mean for the future

This isn’t emotional venting. It’s an honest season review, grounded in what we saw on the field and what the numbers confirm.

Hope is still there but only if the club learns the right lessons.

After a frustrating regular season, Pumas UNAM scrapes into the play-in against Pachuca. We break down the season’s highs and lows, analyze key players, review transfers, and share our hopes—and frustrations—heading into this crucial match. Can Pumas overcome the odds and make it to the next phase?