Overview
- Cruz Azul took all three points at Estadio Cuauhtémoc thanks to José Paradela’s late second‑half strike around the 77th–78th minute, set up by Gabriel Fernández.
- An early flashpoint left Puebla with 10 men when Fernando Monárrez was sent off near the 10th minute following a VAR review of his tackle on Erick Lira.
- A stoppage‑time penalty initially awarded to Puebla around the 91st minute was rescinded after the referee consulted VAR, preserving the visitors’ lead.
- Puebla goalkeeper Ricardo Gutiérrez produced multiple key saves, and a first‑half goal by Luka Romero was ruled offside, underscoring Cruz Azul’s struggles to convert with a man advantage.
- Nicolás Larcamón’s side moved to fourth on six points with back‑to‑back victories, while Puebla remained on three points in 13th.