Cruz Azul face more than just Pumas after the scenes that unfolded in Mexico City before the final

This Sunday, the Liga MX Clausura 2026 final will take place as Pumas host Cruz Azul in a showdown expected to deliver intense emotions both on and off the field.

The decisive clash is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated games of the tournament, with two Mexico City rivals battling for the title. The Estadio Olímpico Universitario will stage a final that could leave a lasting mark on recent Mexican soccer history.

Pumas supporters turn out in force before the final

Pumas fans gathered outside the team hotel in Mexico City to give the squad an emotional show of support ahead of the championship game. Hundreds of supporters dressed in the club’s colors arrived to back the team at one of the most important moments of the season.

Chants, flags, and flares transformed the area into a massive university-style celebration, underlining the unconditional support behind the team before the decisive playoff game. The atmosphere reflected the excitement and hope among fans dreaming of seeing Pumas lift the Liga MX title.

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