Wed Mar 05 00:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Alajuelense Faces Pumas in Concacaf Champions League Clash

**Mexico City, Mexico** – Liga Deportiva Alajuelense is set to face Pumas UNAM in the first leg of their Concacaf Champions League Round of 16 matchup at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario. The crucial game kicks off precisely at 7:36 PM local time (the same time in Costa Rica).

The match will be broadcast on ESPN and the Disney+ app, which costs approximately ¢7,000. Alajuelense arrived in Mexico on Saturday to acclimatize to the altitude and scout Pumas’ recent 4-0 loss to Chivas.

While acknowledging Pumas’ current struggles and recent coaching change (Efraín Juárez is the new manager), Alajuelense maintains respect but not fear for their opponents. The team is aware that Pumas’ recent form may not be indicative of their true potential.

A key element of the series (excluding the final) is the away goals rule, which serves as a tie-breaker. Fans can follow the match live on nación.com.

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