Overview
- Pumas host Tigres on Saturday, September 20 at Estadio Olímpico Universitario with kickoff at 20:00 local time and Óscar Mejía García as referee.
- Pizarro confirmed André-Pierre Gignac and Javier Aquino will not travel to Mexico City as part of a rest and recovery plan.
- Gignac sustained a blow to the head of the fibula that caused swelling, with the coach indicating he is close to full recovery.
- Pizarro highlighted Ángel Correa’s ability to operate as a second striker, center forward, or on the wings to cover attacking roles.
- Pumas enter the match eighth with 12 points after a 4-1 win over Mazatlán, while Tigres sit fifth with 15 points following a 0-0 draw with León.