Club Puebla's Historic Achievement in the 2025 Leagues Cup
Club Puebla achieved a memorable milestone in the first round of the 2025 Leagues Cup, surpassing expectations to become one of only four Liga MX teams to advance to the quarterfinals.
This marked their first-ever progression beyond the initial stage, with a journey filled with resilience and unexpected victories, earning them the nickname the "Cinderella" of the tournament.
Group Stage Performance:
Puebla's performance during the group phase was impressive, finishing with 6 points from two wins and one defeat. Their matches included:
- Puebla 3-0 New York City FC: An impressive and commanding debut for La Franja, who scored early and maintained dominance throughout, marking their first three-goal victory since 2023. Uruguayan youngster Emiliano Gómez played a pivotal role, contributing a goal and an assist.
- Columbus Crew 3-1 Puebla: In their second game, Puebla faced a setback with a loss but demonstrated strong qualities that kept their hopes alive.
- CF Montréal 1-2 Puebla: A significant comeback victory where Puebla ...