'He still needs to adapt' - Pumas' Efraín Juárez urges patience as Aaron Ramsey finally makes debut 52 days after signing

The long wait is over: Aaron Ramsey has finally pulled on a Pumas shirt. Fifty-two days after being unveiled as one of the club’s marquee summer signings, the Welsh midfielder made his long-anticipated debut on Sunday night in a scoreless draw against Puebla.

Head coach Efraín Juárez urged patience with the former Arsenal and Juventus star, noting that fitness and adaptation will be key in the coming weeks. 

“We’re happy he’s finally on the pitch. He needs to keep adapting to get fitter," Juarez said. "He gave us glimpses of what he can bring, but he’ll improve step by step.”

The occasion, however, lacked the drama many had expected. A 0-0 result against Puebla, chances were few and far between. Keylor Navas had little to do in goal, while Ramsey himself saw limited touches after coming on in the 62nd minute. The closest moment of flair came when the 34-year-old attempted a backheel pass that didn’t quite come off.

The game also marked Hernán Cristante’s debut as Puebla’s manager, as La Franja were left without a coach before the Leagues Cup following Pablo Guede’s resignation.

After dropping two points, they are currently stuck in 13th place, with just six points from their first six matches of the Apertura 2025. Ramsey is expected to play a greater role moving forward, as the club prepares to host Atlas next Sunday in Jornada 7.