![]() ![]() They slowed down after going for 4-0 up, which is only natural. Santos Laguna took 17 shots, with nine on target, compared to Cruz Azul’s 12, with one on target. There was no doubt regarding who the better team was in this tie. Hugo Rodriguez (48’), Eduardo Aguirre (52’), and Carlos Orrantia (57’) took Cruz Azul apart in a 10-minute period that guaranteed the three points. Javier Marcelo Correa gave the home side the league in the 18th minute before going for the kill in the second half. In fact, when the two sides met in August 2022, Santos Laguna hammered Cruz Azul 4-0. Santos Laguna have got the edge in recent meetings, winning the last two matches between the two sides. Both sides have won 12 matches each and drawn five. Nothing is separating the two sides as far as head-to-head records are concerned. ![]() A draw also had rewarding odds, so the temptation to pick this result is valid, with neither team looking convincing in recent weeks. They’ve not won a league match in their last three ties, so we think this might end in a draw, with neither team getting the desired result. Their recent form has been an issue, and it feels like they’re crumbling under the pressure. Atlas are in excellent form and aren’t the only team that makes the chasing pack – Cruz Azul’s opponents, Santos Laguna, are just two points behind, and a win could see them qualify for the playoffs.Ĭruz Azul have everything in their favor, from the home advantage to the lead. They’re currently in eighth place in Liga MX, with Atlas the most likely to take their playoff spot if they don’t win this tie.Ītlas are a point behind Cruz Azul, with a far superior goal difference, so if Atlas win their final match of the season and Cruz Azul fail to win theirs, Atlas will qualify for the playoffs. Cruz Azul have everything to lose, with just one regular season game left this season. The hosts suffered a 2-1 defeat last week against Guadalajara Chivas.This is arguably the biggest game of the week. The head-to-head results show that Cruz Azul have not won any of the last 4 matches between these two sides. However the odds-against for the No BTTS is actually the standout from that market. Most previews are saying that neither side will keep a clean sheet during this match as they can both be dangerous in possession. To be fair, it won't be a surprise to see them finish with the stalemate. If the away side gets off to a confident start they could produce a result. Don't underestimate that they've scored three or more goals in 5 of their last 18 away fixtures and with the assumption that they won't have any absentees from their best 11 between now and kick-off, they should have the goal scorers to build on these numbers. Santos Laguna have come up with some high calibre displays. They conceded three or more goals in 2 of their last 7 home matches which is a number that will be music to the ears of backers of the visiting side. Defending at home Cruz Azul's performances have shown some fallibility. They've scored one or less goals in all of their last 6 home games which probably won't get the job done here. On their own soil Cruz Azul's numbers could be important. The hosts are seeking to put some of their tepid displays in the past as they try to tighten things up here. This could well be one of those encounters where Santos Laguna do just enough to get the result and they're certain to be asked some questions by this Cruz Azul outfit. ![]()
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