Necaxa vs. Cruz Azul Preview e Probabilidades de Apostas

The fourth matchday of the Torneo Clausura MX is here, featuring two surprising teams, but for very different reasons: Necaxa vs. Cruz Azul.

Necaxa is coming off an impressive 3-0 away victory over Atlético San Luis and currently sits near the top of the table.

Cruz Azul, on the other hand, finds itself in the middle of a storm. They just endured a tough week, drawing 1-1 against Puebla.

Necaxa vs. Cruz Azul Betting Odds and Info

Por que apostar no Necaxa?

Necaxa has had a strong start to the tournament. After a poor performance in the last tournament, where they finished 13th, they began this season with a 2-1 loss to Pumas, which seemed to suggest more of the same. However, they have managed to turn things around.

They secured a 3-2 win over Guadalajara, breaking an 11-game winless streak that included six losses, and recently crushed Atlético San Luis 3-0 on the road, with a brace from Diber Cambindo and another goal from José Paradela. They currently sit in third place with six points, just one behind América and Tigres.

Cambindo is the team’s and tournament’s top scorer with three goals, but the standout player has been Agustín Palavecino. The Argentine midfielder has been the team’s playmaker, providing all three assists in their latest victory.If he can maintain this level of performance, the Rayos are sure to have plenty to celebrate.

At home, Necaxa is unbeaten in their last three games, with one win and two draws. They have not won back-to-back matches since April of last year, and their last road victory was also in April (a 3-2 win over Tijuana on April 5). They have not won three consecutive games since April 2022.

Por que apostar no Cruz Azul?

Cruz Azul continues to surprise, but not in the way fans would hope. Following their record-breaking season last year and despite new signings, they have yet to secure a victory. So far, they have managed two home draws and one away loss. Their most recent match in a Liga MX ended in a 1-1 tie against Puebla, with Lorenzo Faravelli scoring their lone goal.

Despite having players like Giorgos Giakoumakis, Ángel Sepúlveda, Gabriel Fernández, and Carlos Rotondi, Cruz Azul has only managed to score two goals. With just two points, they currently sit in second-to-last place.

However, the biggest news is not their lackluster start. It’s the departure of their head coach, Martín Anselmi. He left abruptly to take over as the new manager of Porto. While in Portugal, the Argentine coach spoke out, blaming the club’s management for the situation and the way his exit unfolded, leaving fans of the Máquina Cementera frustrated and upset.

For now, the team is being led by interim coach Vicente Sánchez, who was previously in charge of the U-23 squad. He will continue in this role for the week while the club decides on a permanent solution.

On the brighter side, Mateusz Bogusz has joined the team. The Polish forward arrives from Los Angeles FC with high expectations as a potential game-changer. Sadly, his paperwork is still not finalized, so he won’t debut this week.

Another recent addition, Luka Romero, did make his debut in the second half against Puebla. The Argentine had a promising performance, and fans are optimistic that he will improve as he builds chemistry with his new teammates.

Análise Final das Apostas: Necaxa x Cruz Azul

Nobody expected Cruz Azul to find itself in this situation, and while it is certain they will eventually break out of their slump and contend for the championship, we don’t believe that moment will come just yet. Necaxa delivered an impressive performance in their latest match, and given Cruz Azul’s coaching situation, they are likely to take advantage of the opportunity and achieve victory.

The odds at Gambyl Exchange favor Cruz Azul, with a Moneyline of 1.92, while Necaxa is at 3.66, and a draw stands at 3.64.

The last time these two teams faced each other was on October 5, 2024, when Cruz Azul secured a 3-0 victory. Similarly, the last encounter at Estadio Victoria ended in favor of the Cementeros with a 1-3 win. Interestingly, their last nine regular-season meetings have not ended in a draw.

We expect Necaxa to win this one 2-1.

Go for a win for Necaxa in the Moneyline. If you bet $100 at 3.66, you will gain $266 for a total payout of $366.

Necaxa vs. Cruz Azul Betting Pick: Necaxá