Inter Miami and Pumas UNAM are set to clash in the highly anticipated game of the 2025 Leagues Cup, each team having navigated a similar journey through the tournament. However, the Mexican side is riding high after a crucial victory over a strong opponent, while the MLS team had to go through a nail-biting penalty shootout. Both teams, despite their recent experiences, are tied with five points in the tournament, making a win crucial for each side.
Although Inter Miami made their debut in the tournament with a resounding victory over Atlas, an early red card doomed them in their second game against Necaxa, forcing a win on penalties. Furthermore, the excellent form of Telasco Segovia and Maximiliano Falcon’s impressive defensive performances promise a significant impact in their favor.
Pumas UNAM navigated a challenging start in the 2025 Leagues Cup, narrowly edging out Orlando City in a tense penalty shootout. Yet, they demonstrated resilience and skill in their next match, orchestrating a remarkable comeback against Atlanta United. Key performances from Adalberto Carrasquilla and Alvaro Angulo spearheaded this turnaround. Given their momentum, they pose a significant threat to Inter Miami, who will need to prepare for a tough encounter.
Inter Miami confirmed lineup vs Pumas UNAM
Inter Miami head into the game against Pumas UNAM without Lionel Messi, who is out due to an injury sustained against Necaxa. However, head coach Javier Mascherano will have Maximiliano Falcon back, as the 2025 Leagues Cup disciplinary committee decided to lift his suspension. For that reason, he will be in the backline alongside Gonzalo Lujan.
The Herons will line up as follows against Pumas UNAM: Rocco Rios Novo; Marcelo Weigandt, Gonzalo Lujan, Maximiliano Falcon, Jordi Alba; Yannick Bright, Sergio Busquets, Rodrigo De Paul; Tadeo Allende, Telasco Segovia, Luis Suarez.
Pumas UNAM confirmed lineup vs Inter Miami
Not only does the MLS side arrive with absentees, but also Pumas UNAM face similar challenges. The Mexican side will be without veteran goalkeeper Keylor Navas, who was sent off in the previous game. Consequently, young goalkeeper Miguel Paul will step into the starting lineup.
Pumas UNAM will start as follows against Inter Miami: Miguel Paul; Pablo Bennevendo, Nathan Silva, Ruben Duarte, Alvaro Angulo; Jose Caicedo, Adalberto Carrasquilla; Rodrigo Lopez, Pedro Vite, Jorge Ruvalcaba; Guillermo Martinez.