Pumas vs. León match marred by referee controversy and player brawl

A match between Pumas and León has drawn significant controversy following officiating errors and a post-match altercation. During the game, referee Salvador Pérez sparked confusion by issuing a yellow card to Pumas player Ángel Azuaje. The incident occurred during a forced substitution for an injured Cristian Calderón; Azuaje entered the pitch after receiving a hand signal from Pérez, only to be immediately cautioned by the official.

Following the match, tensions escalated into a physical confrontation involving multiple players. León defender Sebastián Vegas was the only player sent off, receiving a red card for ‘violent conduct’ according to the Mexican Football Federation's Disciplinary Commission. Vegas later issued a public apology on social media, stating he ‘fell for provocations’ and expressed regret for his actions and subsequent expulsion.

Reports also indicate that the conflict was triggered by an alleged physical aggression against Pumas goalkeeper Keylor Navas by a member of the León technical staff.