Rayados vs. Pumas: Date and details of the 2025 Liguilla Play-In

The passion for Mexican soccer reaches a new level as Rayados de Monterrey and Pumas UNAM prepare for the decisive duel of the 2025 Clausura Play-In . Only one of them will be able to join the Fiesta Grande and keep the championship dream alive.

The setting couldn't be better: Monterrey 's majestic BBVA Stadium will open its doors for this match filled with tension, recent history, and revenge.

Pumas' journey to this Play-In has been anything but easy. They faced Juárez in a match marred by weather complications that nearly postponed the game. With grit and heart, Efraín Juárez's team overcame adversity and, after a dramatic draw, prevailed in the penalty shootout.

Every penalty taken was a burst of hope for their fans, who dream of seeing them once again in contention for the title.

On the other side of the coin, Rayados had a bitter experience. Against Pachuca, everything seemed poised for a solid victory, but two specific errors cost them the match and sent them straight to this Play-In.

With the burden of being one of the most expensive and demanding rosters in Liga MX, Rayados knows that failing in this match would be a devastating blow for the institution and its fans.

Although the official date has not yet been confirmed, Liga MX has indicated that the Play In between Monterrey and Pumas will be played between Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4, 2025. The schedule is expected to be announced in the coming hours.

Both teams have plenty of reasons to go all out: Rayados wants to clean up its image in front of its fans, while Pumas is looking to get revenge after losing to Monterrey in the quarterfinals of last season's playoffs.

Rayados and Pumas have already played memorable matches. The pressure from their respective fans, the history of their recent clashes, and the promise of a spot in the Liguilla make this match a must-see.

Tickets for the match are already generating excitement, and record attendance is anticipated at BBVA Stadium, known as “The Steel Giant.”

For Rayados, home support could be the key. For Pumas, their characteristic fighting spirit will be their best weapon.

Follow us on our X La Verdad Noticias profile and stay up to date with the most important news of the day.