Rafael Guillén
All teams have the calculator and the rosary in their hands. Cruz Azul vs Santos is one of those games where both teams need points or else they will have to wait for the results of the other games and that does not help the emotional stability of the fans.
Without further introduction, at JefeBet, we are prepared to bring you the best sports betting information and the Liga MX predictions. So, here is our prediction for this challenge between Cruz Azul vs Santos.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Cruz Azul vs Santos Liga MX Clausura 2023 Matchday 17 Game on April 29, 2023
- Where: Azteca Stadium, Mexico City
- When: Saturday, April 29, 2023, 9:05 PM ET
- Moneyline: Cruz Azul (+104) / Tie (+250) / Santos (+235)
- Asian Handicap: Cruz Azul (AH -0.25, -130) / Santos (AH +0.25, +102)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (-130), Under (-110)
- Both teams score: Yes (-143) / No (+106)
All odds are provided by Unibet
Betting on C. F. Cruz Azul
Tuca’s Machine only needs a tie to secure a spot in the playoffs, thanks to the magnificent work of its Brazilian coach, who took it from almost last place. If it avoids defeat, it’ll have a serious chance at the title.
The problem is that it’s on a negative streak. It’s lost two consecutive games against strong opponents, America (1-3) and Chivas (1-2). This losing streak comes at a crucial time when it needs to score, which can affect the team mentally.
Cruz Azul will also have a delicate situation in defense because Ramiro Funes Mori was sent off against the Rebaño Sagrado, so the Twin won’t be in the backline. Can this team make up for his absence?
Possible Lineup (5-4-1): Jesús Corona; Rodrigo Huescas, Juan Escobar, Hiram Mier, Julio Cesar Domínguez, José Rivero; Uriel Antuna, Carlos Rodriguez, Erik Lira, Christian Tabó; Ivan Morales.
Betting on Club Santos Laguna
The Warriors have no choice but to win in order to qualify, otherwise, it’ll have to do some serious math, light some candles, and pray. What would this team need? It requires that Pumas, San Luis, and Puebla do not score, and even then, it might take a lunar eclipse to qualify.
Out of its last five matches, the Comarca Lagunera team has only been able to win one, against the absolute leader of the Liga MX, Monterrey. However, in its last game, it lost to Querétaro, who are ranked tenth in the standings, by 2-0. It defeated the first-place team and lost to one of the worst teams, which reflects how Santos’ tournament has been going.
Possible Lineup (4-4-2): Carlos Acevedo; Oscar Manzanares, Félix Torres, Hugo Rodriguez, Omar Campos; Diego Medina, Jair González, Salvador Mariscal, Juan Brunetta; Harold Preciado, Javier Correa.
JefeBet Prediction
There’s too much at stake for both teams, and they both have to take risks, something that neither of them is particularly known for. Ferretti is not a reckless coach, he’ll try to defend as much as possible and attack just enough, especially knowing that a draw will qualify his team.
On the other hand, Santos and Eduardo Fentanes are also pragmatic and haven’t had the best season. Maybe the team will take a bit more risks knowing it’ll be given the initiative, but at JefeBet, we believe it’ll still draw and Cruz Azul will qualify.
Prediction: Draw (CAZ 1-1 SAN)
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