Puebla kicked off their 2026 preseason campaign with a convincing 3-1 victory over Liga de Expansión MX side Tlaxcala FC in an international club friendly at the Estadio Cuauhtémoc. The match, played on July 1, gave the Liga MX outfit an early test of their attacking cohesion under new tactical instructions.

Match Summary

From the opening whistle, Puebla controlled possession and pressed high up the pitch. The first goal arrived in the 24th minute when a well-worked corner routine found the head of defender Emiliano Gómez for a powerful finish. Tlaxcala responded with discipline, but Puebla doubled the lead just before halftime through a swift counterattack finished by striker Luis García.

In the second half, Puebla continued to dominate and added a third in the 67th minute when midfielder Alan Torres curled a free kick over the wall. Tlaxcala pulled one back late, capitalizing on a defensive lapse, but the result never felt in doubt.

Key Performances

• Puebla’s midfield trio controlled the tempo and created numerous chances.
• Tlaxcala’s goalkeeper made several fine saves to keep the score respectable.
• The substitute appearances gave both coaches a chance to evaluate fringe players.

Preseason Context

For Puebla, this friendly serves as the first step in a build‑up to the Apertura 2026 season. The scoreline suggests encouraging attacking fluidity, though defensive concentration will need improvement before the league opener. Tlaxcala will take heart from their late fightback and can refine their structure in upcoming friendlies.