Mayra Madrigal
The end of the regular phase of the Clausura 2023 in Mexican soccer is approaching, and the battle to secure a direct ticket to the quarterfinals is getting better every day. The Cruz Azul vs America match that await us this weekend is one of the most attractive games of the tournament. The so-called “Clásico Joven” is a rivalry between the two teams from the Mexican capital, and this Saturday, April 15, we will witness the 188th edition.
Both teams head into this match with positive streaks, so we can expect them to give their best to conquer a new victory. Cruz Azul is in the Playoffs and needs the victory to secure their place in the quarterfinals. America, on the other hand, wants to continue as one of the top four teams in the competition. Below, you will find JefeBet‘s prediction for this captivating clash between Cruz Azul vs America, our affiliates’ odds, and more information about these two teams.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Cruz Azul vs America Liga MX Clausura 2023 Matchday 15 Game on March 15, 2023
- Where: Azteca Stadium, Mexico City, Mexico
- When: Saturday, April 15, 2023, 11:10 PM E.T.
Betting on Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul is having a blast in the Clausura 2023 and they’re ready to prove it in the upcoming derby, which poses a tough challenge. La Maquina Cementera has been unbeaten in their last five games, with three wins and two draws in that time frame. Moreover, they haven’t allowed any goals in their last two matches, and they’re aiming for a third clean sheet against the best offense of the campaign.
After losing their first two home games, the Blue squad woke up and has now clinched four consecutive victories in front of their fans, all by a narrow margin of 1-0, which makes them not cover the Over (2.5)
Probable lineup (4-2-3-1): Jesús Corona, Rodrigo Huescas, Rafael Guerrero, Ramiro Funes Mori, José Rivero; Erik Lira, Julio César Domínguez; Carlos Rodríguez, Uriel Antuna, Carlos Rotondi; Michael Estrada.
Betting on America
America is coming off a great 2-1 victory against Monterrey, the leader of the standings, and they’re expected to arrive at this match highly motivated. They haven’t lost in their last four games and have won three of them. They’re the team with the fewest defeats, with seven wins, six draws, and only one loss in 14 matchdays.
They’re also the team with the most goals scored, with 31, averaging 2.21 goals per game. They must take advantage of this good moment to clinch another win and secure their direct pass to the Liguilla. Furthermore, playing away from home is not a problem for the Coapa squad, as they remain unbeaten with three wins and three draws in six games.
Probable lineup (4-3-2-1): Luis Malagón; Miguel Layún, Israel Reyes, Sebastián Cáceres, Luis Fuentes; Leonardo Suárez, Álvaro Fidalgo, Richard Sánchez; Jonathan Rodríguez, Diego Valdés; Henry Martín.
JefeBet Prediction
The last previous Liga MX meeting between these teams was 7-0 in favor of Club América, but this time the scoreline is not expected to be as high. The performance of both teams in the last five games is even, but the Azulcrema are expected to extend their unbeaten streak away from home, taking advantage of the Estadio Azteca as the venue of this game. Thus, at JefeBet we believe that America is the clear favorite and possibly cover the Over (2.5), with both teams scoring.
Prediction: America Moneyline and Over (CRU 1-2 AME).
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