América Femenil Maintains Perfect Run with Thrilling Comeback Against Pumas

The momentum of América Femenil continues to be unstoppable. In a high-intensity clash at the Estadio Olímpico de Ciudad Universitaria, the “Águilas” secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Pumas during Matchday 6 of the Apertura 2026 Liga MX Femenil. This result marks their sixth consecutive win, cementing their position as one of the strongest contenders in the tournament.

A Rollercoaster Start at CU

The match began with Pumas showing immense strength and tactical discipline under the guidance of coach Roberto Medina. The home side took an early lead in the 17th minute when Stephanie Ribeiro found the back of the net, sending the local crowd into a frenzy and putting América on the defensive.

However, the atmosphere grew tense in the 37th minute. A controversial moment occurred when Jana Gutiérrez committed a foul inside the area against Costa Rican player Priscila Chinchilla. Despite the appeals, referee Erika Monserrat González Nevarez declined to award the penalty, leaving the match wide open for a dramatic turnaround.

The Geyse Show: Brazil’s Magic Takes Over

The equalizer arrived just before halftime. In the 42nd minute, Sarah Luebbert provided a clinical header to find Geyse inside the box. The Brazilian forward showed composure and precision, slotting the ball past goalkeeper Wendy Toledo to level the score at 1-1.

As the second half progressed, the tide turned completely in favor of the visitors. A pivotal moment occurred in the 66th minute when Pumas’ Casandra Montero was sent off after receiving a second yellow card following a foul on Sarah Luebbert. Playing with a numerical advantage, América began to dictate the tempo of the game.

Closing the Deal in Final Minutes

The victory was sealed in the dying moments of the game. In the 90th minute, Kim Rodríguez delivered a brilliant through-ball that sliced through the Pumas defense, finding Geyse once again. The Brazilian striker unleashed a powerful shot that left Wendy Toledo with no chance, securing the 2-1 win for the “Azulcrema”.

Key Match Stats & Standings

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• Final Score: Pumas 1 – 2 América Femenil
• Top Performer: Geyse (2 goals)
• América’s Record: 6 matches, 6 wins (18 points)
• Turning Point: Red card for Casandra Montero (66′)

What’s Next for the Águilas?

Under the strategic leadership of Spanish coach Ángel Villacampa, América Femenil is playing some of the most cohesive football seen in the league. The team now prepares for a massive showdown in Matchday 7, where they will host Tigres Femenil at the legendary Estadio Azteca.

Will the winning streak continue against one of the most dominant forces in women’s soccer? Football fans across the region are eagerly awaiting this clash of titans.