As the season nears its close, the clock ticks.
Pumas UNAM stand at a key point.
They hold their hopes in their own hands.
After a win over Santos Laguna, coach Efraín Juárez showed strong belief.
He said, "Our fate rests with us."
This claim shows the strain and choices ahead as the team fights to grab a spot in the play-in round for Clausura 2025. ## A Key Win
On April 17, 2025, Pumas won 2–0 over Santos Laguna.
This win gave the team new hope for a playoff spot.
Goals by “Memote” Martínez and Nathan Silva raised the team’s mood.
Their goals built strength and control for future matches.
Coach Juárez spoke of the moment.
He noted that hard work brought the team to this point.
The Road Ahead
Pumas must now show strong play in their last game against Tigres UANL.
Coach Juárez warned his players against growing weak from self-satisfaction.
He said, "Remember how you started, how you are now, and where you aim to go."
The season began with only 11 points in 11 games.
Now, the team shows better play.
Fans and players feel hope at this turning point.
What’s at Stake Against Tigres
On Saturday, April 19, Pumas play Tigres.
This game holds high stakes.
A win can secure a place in the play-in round.
A loss may hurt their chance.
Right now, Pumas and Chivas Guadalajara fight for the last playoff slot.
The game against Tigres will shape their path.
Winning moves them forward; a loss leaves them open to changes.
The Bigger Picture
Coach Juárez has built a strong team spirit.
He sets smart plans and bonds the players.
Some see Pumas change from a weak start into a team that chases playoffs.
This change shows hard work and steady coaching.
For the season’s top game, the message is clear: the team must own its fate.
In Liga MX, one game can shift a team’s path.
For Pumas, the goal is set: win against Tigres and step into the play-in round.
The stakes are high, and many will watch at the Estadio Universitario on game day.
