Mayra Madrigal
Dani Alves is all set to make his Liga MX debut with Pumas UNAM. He’s just waiting for coach Andres Lillini’s decision to know if he will play in the match corresponding to Matchday 5 of the 2022 Apertura.
This Wednesday, July 27, Pumas will host Mazatlan at the Estadio Olimpico Universitario at 9:05 p.m. Central Mexico time. The match could have a unique twist, as Brazilian fullback Dani Alves is expected to make his debut after joining the capital team as a luxury addition.
Ever since his signing with Pumas was confirmed, fans have expressed their happiness and have been eager to see the former Barcelona player in action wearing the blue and gold jersey. He arrived in Mexico, was presented like the superstar he is, and showed up to train with his teammates on Tuesday. His registration was made official on the same day, so everything is in order for him to begin his stage in Mexican soccer.
Pumas announced on its Twitter account that Dani Alves is already registered in the Liga MX.
The match between Pumas and Mazatlan did not generate much expectation at the start of the tournament, but Dani Alves has created all of this anticipation.
Dani Alves could appear on the bench against Mazatlan
The Brazilian defender, who will wear the number #33 on his uniform, could at least appear on the bench for the match against Mazatlan. So far, we don’t know if Lillini intends to put him in the starting rotation, but we do know that he is forced to make changes in the defense following Adrián Aldrete’s expulsion in the previous game.
What is expected is that he will play for a few minutes, taking advantage of the fact that the game will be played in front of his fans in his home stadium. Although it had been said that the Brazilian’s arrival could increase ticket prices, this was not the case,. On Monday, before Alves’ debut was announced, tickets went on sale at prices ranging from 140 to 610 Mexican pesos, or between 7 and 30 dollars.
Where to watch the Pumas vs Mazatlan game?
This match will be broadcast on TUDN and Channel 5.
