Cruz Azul vs Pumas is expected to be one of the most evenly matched games of the 11th round of the Liga Max Apertura 2023. This is because both teams have had similar performances in the previous matches, and this has led them to have a one point difference and one position difference in the standings.
Both suffered setbacks in the previous matches, but despite this, both teams are currently in playoff positions. If they want to hold their current positions, they need to keep winning on a consistent basis.
Without further introduction, JefeBet informs you of the teams’ performances prior to the Cruz Azul vs Pumas duel, and if you are interested in the world of betting, we provide you with the predictions and odds.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Cruz Azul vs Pumas Liga MX Clausura 2023 Matchday 11 Game on March 11, 2023
- Where: Azteca Stadium, Mexico City, Mexico
- When: Saturday, March 11, 2023, 8:05 PM ET
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Betting on Club de Fútbol Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul is not happy after losing 3-1 to Mazatlan, the worst team of the campaign so far. Now it is time to prove that it can overcome adversity under the guidance of coach Ricardo Ferretti, who will be in charge of his third game with La Máquina.
The light blue team has played nine games so far and has accumulated three wins, one draw and five defeats. In all its matches played at the Azteca Stadium, it has had two wins and two losses. Besides, it is interesting to point out that the wins have been consecutive in its most recent performances: both have had the same 1-0 scoreline.
Possible lineup (3-4-2-1):Jesús Corona; Julio César Domínguez, Juan Escobar, Ramiro Funes Mori; José Rivero, Erik Lira, Rafael Baca, Carlos Rotondi; Uriel Antuna, Carlos Rodríguez; Augusto Lotti
Betting on Pumas
This match could be the last chance for coach Rafa Puente Jr., as he has not been able to get the desired results. Pumas has lost half of its matches in ten games, and four of those losses have come in the last five games. The defense has been weak, conceding 21 goals, which is currently the third worst in the league.
It might be encouraging to know that the last time it played away from home, it managed to a victory against Mazatlan by a score of 1-2 after having accumulated a 16-game winless streak on the road. The Universitarios has only kept a clean sheet on one occasion, meaning that four of the five away games have registered Over 2.5.
Possible lineup (4-4-2): Sebastián Sosa; Pablo Monroy, Arturo Ortiz, Nicolás Freire, Alek Álvarez; Eduardo Salvio, Ulises Rivas, Jesús Molina, Cesar Huerta; Gustavo del Prete, Juan Ignacio Dinenno
JefeBet Prediction
Cruz Azul has not lost to Pumas in its last three home matches in all competitions. Therefore, it will use that to boost its confidence and claim the victory. What is more, it also has the advantage of facing an opponent that has complications away from home.
Prediction: Cruz Azul wins by a score of 2-1.
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