Matchday 3 of Liga MX brings us a match between two important clubs in Mexican soccer when Pachuca hosts Pumas, each with opposing needs.
The Tuzos were thrashed 4-0 by Club León in its most recent outing, acting as a visitor, which is why it is in 16th place with only one unit in two games.
The Felines tied 0-0 with Mazatlán in their last match, playing at home, so they have four points and are two behind the leader, Chivas de Guadalajara.
When:
Sunday, July 16 at 9:00 pm ET at the Estadio Miguel Hidalgo
Moneyline odds:
Pachuca -133
Pumas +333
Draw Offs:
+300
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Why Bet on Pachuca?
Pachuca has been one of the best performers in Liga MX in the last years, but the start of the current season has cost them, with only one point in two matches.
The Tuzos were thrashed 4-0 as visitors against Club León, so they conceded five goals in 180 minutes, scoring on only one occasion with Lucas Di Yorio. They are the worst defense in the tournament.
In addition, two weeks ago they also lost the final of the Mexican Campeón de Campeones Cup 2-1 to Tigres, making it four matches without a win when considering the last semester.
The two most notable absentees from Guillermo Almada’s team are Luis Chávez and Erick Sánchez, who are in the Gold Cup with Mexico. Israel Luna and Elías Montiel could take their places.
Why Bet on Pumas?
Pumas is on a mission to change the bad image it left last semester when it failed to qualify for the playoffs, and so far they have started on the right foot, taking four points out of six.
The Universitario team drew 0-0 at home with Mazatlán in their most recent match. However, in their first outing, they scored three goals, which speaks of their great offensive power, and that as visitors they are a team to be feared in Mexican soccer. Eduardo Salvio, Juan Dinenno and Ulises Rivas scored the goals.
Antonio Mohamed’s team is eagerly awaiting the debut of Argentinean defender Lisandro Magallán, one of the most talked-about additions of this semester.
Final Betting Analysis: Pachuca vs. Pumas
Although the duel will be played at Pachuca’s home, the absence of midfielders Luis Chávez and Erick Sánchez makes the Tuzos weak for this match, so Pumas has good chances and could achieve a victory at the Manuel Hidalgo stadium.
The numbers at MyBookie.ag have Pachuca as the favorite, as the Moneyline for them shows -133, meanwhile Pumas has +333 and the draw is at +300.
The last meeting between these two sides ended in a 0-2 victory for Pachuca, with goals from José Castillo and Mauricio Andre Isais. However, the most recent history leaves a clear parity between these teams, with one win each side and three draws. Both have scored seven goals. Guillermo Almada’s side have conceded four goals in a row, while Pumas have conceded in five of their last six matches.
We believe the felines have what it takes to surprise the hosts. Go for a 0-2.
Go for a straight win for Pumas in the Moneyline. If you bet $100 at +333, you will gain $33 for a total payout of $433.
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