Cruz Azul vs. Pachuca Preview and Free Picks

Two teams are fighting to stay close to the leader as Cruz Azul hosts Pachuca this Saturday for Matchday 6 of the Torneo Clausura MX.

Cruz Azul has struggled in the start of the season but has managed to get back on track, they are coming off a 3-2 away victory against Tijuana.

Meanwhile, Pachuca remains one of the tournament’s undefeated teams, but they lost their perfect record last weekend after a goalless draw against Atlas.

Cruz Azul vs. Pachuca Betting Odds and Info

Why Bet on Cruz Azul?

Cruz Azul is starting to improve its image after a turbulent start and now has two consecutive victories, reaching eight points and sitting in fifth place, five points behind the leader, América.

Last weekend, they won 3-2 against Tijuana with goals from Luka Romero, Giorgo Giakoumakis, and Carlos Rotndi, the latter from a penalty, all in the first half. However, the Xolos scored twice in the second half, making things difficult for the Máquina.

In addition to the Liga MX, they have already debuted in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, defeating Real Hope from Haiti 2-0 away on Tuesday, with goals from Ángel Sepúlveda and an own goal by Jimmylson Guillaume.

In positive news, Luka Romero scored his first goal, and Mateusz Bogusz has been registered and is available for selection if the coach chooses to use him. Additionally, Erik Lira is expected to make a full recovery, while Jorge Sánchez may remain unavailable for at least another week.

Why Bet on Pachuca?

Pachuca hopes to improve its image in this tournament after being the champion in the 2024 Apertura of LigaMX, and they have had a great start. They won against Santos (2-1), Monterrey (2-3), and Querétaro (0-1), and in their last match, they drew 0-0 with Atlas. They are in fourth place with 10 points and one game less against León.

Salomón Rondón, with two goals scored, continues to demonstrate that, despite his age, he remains one of the standout figures of the team. The player with the highest expectations is John Kennedy. The Brazilian, a key figure in Fluminense’s triumph in the 2023 Copa Libertadores, has emerged as one of the most significant reinforcements in Mexican football. The 22-year-old forward assisted in his debut and scored his first goal a few days later, but in the last two games, he has not been at his best level, and it is hoped that he will improve so he can form one of the best attacks in the league, alongside Rondón and Moroccan Oussama Idrissi.

Additionally, Santiago Homenchenko is expected to join the professional squad soon. He has already played his first minutes with the U-23 team, and there are also ongoing expectations for another foreign reinforcement.

Final Betting Analysis: Cruz Azul vs. Pachuca

While Pachuca remains unbeaten, Cruz Azul has been improving its level, and with the arrival of Bogusz, they will make a significant quality leap that will allow them to compete for the title again. We believe the ‘Máquina’ will take the victory 2-1.

The odds at Gambyl Exchange favor Cruz Azul, with a Moneyline of 1.65, while Pachuca stands at 4.78, and a draw is at 4.0.

The last time they played was on September 28, 2024, and Cruz Azul won 2-4 with a brace from Giakoumakis. However, the last time they faced each other at the Ciudad de los Deportes stadium, it was Pachuca that came out victorious with a solitary goal from Rondón.

Go for a straight win for Cruz Azul in the Moneyline. If you bet $100 at 1.65, you will gain $65 for a total payout of $165.

Cruz Azul vs. Pachuca Betting Pick: Cruz Azul