Liga MX - How to watch América vs Pumas UNAM on October 3, 2020

October 3, 2020 By Oscar Rojas

Topics: Liga MX, Guard1anes 2020, América, Pumas UNAM, TV Schedules, TV Listings

The heated rivalry between these CDMX rivals will see one more chapter being writtern on Saturday. Get a hold of this match with our detailed guide.

What has been América and Pumas UNAM's form ahead of this game?

América will face Pumas on a six-game streak without a loss. Out of those games, Miguel Herrera's men have claimed four wins, including their one-nil victory over Guadalajara in the Mexican Clásico two weeks ago. The last clash for América ended in a goalless draw against Cruz Azul, an end result that should be appreciated by América fans due to the large number of absences they had for that game.

Pumas will get to this clash on a two-game streak without a win. Andrés Lillini's men were the last to lose their unbeaten aura after ten weeks, and now, they have lost against León (0-2) and drawn their most recent match against Necaxa (1-1). The team's last win came on September 13, when they claimed all the points against Atlético San Luis with a 3-0 score.

What is América and Pumas UNAM's position in the ongoing Liga MX season?

América will enter this game in third place of the tournament, with their record showing seven wins, three draws and two losses. Las Águilas have been impressive in front of goal, with their 22 goals being the most scored by any team in the Mexican top-flight. Their defense has not been as impressive, as they have conceded 15 times this season. The team's top scorers are Henry Martin and Federico Viñas, both of them finding the back of the net 5 times.

On the other hand, Pumas make it to Azteca Stadium with a record of six wins, five draws, and one loss. Their offensive prowess has been worthy of praise, as they have found the back of the net 21 times. Juan Ignacio Dinneno is the team's top scorer this season with 8 goals to his name.

América vs Pumas UNAM - Who's in and who's out?

América: Injured: Guillermo Ochoa, Bruno Valdez, Emanuel Aguilera, Sebastián Cáceres, Sergio Díaz. Ineligible: Jorge Sánchez.

Pumas: Injured: Sebastián Saucedo. Suspended: Favio Álvarez. Ineligible: Alfredo Talavera, Nicolás Freire, Carlos González.

América vs Pumas UNAM - Head-to-head

Pumas make it to this match on a three-game streak without a loss against América (two draws, one win).
América's last win against Pumas took place in the Apertura 2018 playoffs, where Las Águilas destroyed Pumas in the semi-finals with a 6-1 score. América would go on to win the title after that two-legged tie.
The most recent game between these teams ended in a three-all draw on March 6, 202<0.
América's coach Miguel Herrera has only lost once against Pumas during his two stints as Las Águilas' boss.
América will try to defend a seven-game streak without a loss against Pumas when playing at home. Las Águilas have won five of those games since Pumas' last away win at Azteca Stadium.