Kevin Velasco: “Five Finals Await Us”

Club Puebla returns to league play after the March FIFA break. The team faces five remaining regular-season matches in the Torneo Clausura 2026.

Focus and preparation

Kevin Velasco said the squad has a clear plan. He emphasized that each fixture must be treated as decisive.

The Colombian midfielder highlighted focused training during the international pause. Coach Albert Espigares used the break to fine-tune tactics and set priorities.

Motivation and message

Velasco summed up the approach with a short slogan. “Five Finals Await Us” reflects the group mentality ahead of the run-in.

Players and staff insist on collecting full points to keep playoff hopes alive. The club still holds mathematical chances for the Liguilla.

Match preview: Puebla vs FC Juárez

Puebla opens the stretch on April 3 at Estadio Cuauhtémoc. The opponent will be FC Juárez, led by Pedro Caixinha.

Both teams aim for victory due to the importance of the three points. Puebla wants a positive home result to lift spirits and standings.

Stakes and fan appeal

The squad arrives under pressure after a recent loss to Santos Laguna. The defeat heightened the urgency for a quick reaction.

Players called on fans to fill the stadium on Friday night. Support at home is viewed as essential to recover confidence and climb the table.

Long-term objectives

Puebla also wants to improve its position in the relegation percentage. Gaining momentum in April is critical to those plans.

The team aims to finish the regular season with points that keep playoff ambitions alive. Each match will be contested with maximum intensity.

Report for Filmogaz.com.