Aaron Ramsey could finally make his Liga MX debut for Pumas UNAM when the club hosts Club Puebla at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario. After joining Pumas nearly two months ago, the Welsh midfielder has yet to line up in a competitive league match, but signs point to a debut on the horizon.
Ramsey has been handed the number 10 shirt, and Pumas teased his arrival with imagery of his jersey. The midfielder was among the players arriving at the stadium ahead of the Puebla clash, and 365Scores Mexico reported that he is expected to feature, having been named in the squad by coach Efrain Juarez.
Keylor Navas is another major summer signing for Pumas and he already made his mark, debutting last month in a 2-0 Liga MX victory over Querétaro.
Pumas in Liga MX so far
Pumas sit 13th in the table with five points from five games, recording one win, two draws and two defeats. They have been undefeated in their last two league matches, drawing with Necaxa and Toluca. Home form has been a concern this Apertura 2025, with no home victory so far this season; the last time they won at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario was a 2-0 win over Santos Laguna in April.
Puebla sit bottom of the table in 18th place with three points from five games, boasting one win and four defeats. Despite a strong Leagues Cup showing in 2025, Puebla have struggled to translate that form to the league. They will be led on the sideline by Hernan Cristante, who joined as manager just a couple of days ago.
What to watch
– Ramsey’s potential impact: If he does feature, expect him to look to influence playmaking and link-up in the final third, bringing creativity to an area Pumas have been seeking consistency in.
– Navas’ influence: With his experience and presence, Navas could be a stabilizing force at the back, complementing Pumas’ attacking ambitions.
– Puebla under new guidance: Cristante’s arrival could bring tactical changes; the matchup may offer a test of how quickly Puebla can implement a system that gets results.
Summary
Ramsey’s anticipated debut for Pumas UNAM against Puebla is a focal point of this match, offering a potential spark for a side aiming to climb the Liga MX table. If he sees minutes, it could mark a significant step in Pumas’ campaign as they seek to improve their home form and build momentum ahead of upcoming fixtures.
Positive note
There is room for optimism: the combination of Ramsey’s creativity and Navas’ experience could help lift Pumas’ performances in the attacking third and beyond, offering fans a glimpse of the potential impact of their new signings as the season progresses.