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Club Tijuana vs Cruz Azul Prediction, Tips & Odds

Club Tijuana vs Cruz Azul

Liga MXApertura - 4
Club Tijuana
#3 · Liga MX
LLLDW
2 - 1
Estadio Caliente, Tijuana (33,333)
Referee: V. Caceres
Cruz Azul
#11 · Liga MX
LWWLW
★ OUR PICK
Both Teams to Score
Both attacks have been productive and both defences leaky — both teams to score carries the edge.
BTTS
1.70
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.65 (implied 60.6%) for Both Teams to Score. Our experts calculate a 63.1% probability (an expert ratio of 1.58). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (63.1% vs 60.6%), driven by both attacks scoring freely while both defences look leaky. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Cruz Azul to win this match, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Club Tijuana currently sits in second place in the standings with a solid start to the season, having played three matches with two wins and one draw, accumulating seven points. They have scored four goals while conceding just one, resulting in a goal difference of three. Their recent form is impressive, going unbeaten in their last five matches, which reflects their strong defensive capabilities. Cruz Azul, on the other hand, is in sixth place with two wins and one loss from their three games, totaling six points. They have found the net seven times but have also leaked six goals, indicating a less stable defence compared to Tijuana. Despite this, Cruz Azul's offensive strength is notable, and their current form of three wins, one draw, and one loss in the last five matches shows they can compete effectively. The model gives Cruz Azul a 42.3% win probability, with Club Tijuana at 30.4% and a draw at 27.3%. One key market to consider is the likelihood of both teams scoring, which stands at 55.4%. However, the caveat is that Cruz Azul's defensive vulnerabilities could be exploited by Tijuana's attack, which may lead to an unexpected outcome. For a detailed explanation of our prediction method, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. The Daily Punt Analysis Team employs an in-house model that evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results throughout the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Club Tijuana Win34%3.00
Draw24%3.25
Cruz Azul Win42%2.28
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.6554.5%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Under 2.5 Goals
1.9050.1%

Club Tijuana manage games at home, conceding just 1.08 goals per match. Cruz Azul score 1.97 on the road.

Correct Score
Club Tijuana 1-1 Cruz Azul
6.1116.4%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 16.4% probability.

Asian Handicap
Cruz Azul -0.0
1.6536%

Cruz Azul have been the stronger side, winning 55% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
6.11
16.4%
0-1
8.00
12.5%
1-2
8.38
12.0%
1-0
9.59
10.5%
0-0
9.77
10.3%
2-1
10.08
10.0%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 16.4% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Club Tijuana
-0.0
2.19
Cruz Azul
+0.0
1.65
Club Tijuana
-0.3
2.70
Cruz Azul
+0.3
1.98
Club Tijuana
-0.5
2.95
Cruz Azul
+0.5
2.02
Club Tijuana
-1.5
6.00
Cruz Azul
+1.5
4.50

Lines averaged across 6 bookmakers. Cruz Azul are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Club Tijuana vs Cruz Azul
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
2.903.402.321.831.951.652.10
Marathonbet
3.043.222.281.871.881.662.06
Betfair
2.883.402.301.871.901.672.15
Pinnacle
3.143.382.391.941.94
SBO
2.813.142.301.931.93
William Hill
2.903.002.201.622.10
Bet365
3.103.302.351.901.901.702.05
1xBet
3.063.222.301.871.881.662.09
Unibet
3.153.402.101.732.001.582.14
888Sport
2.903.002.201.851.831.622.10
Betano
3.153.202.321.951.901.672.10
BetVictor
3.003.402.251.841.831.672.05

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
90.3%
Over 1.5 Goals
74.1%
Over 2.5 Goals
49.9%
Over 3.5 Goals
29.9%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XClub Tijuana or Draw
58%1.59
12Club Tijuana or Cruz Azul
76%1.30
X2Draw or Cruz Azul
66%1.35

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (evenly matched 4-4)
4 Club Tijuana2 Draw4 Cruz Azul
18 Apr
Cruz Azul
1-1
Club Tijuana
Liga MX
Sept 25
Club Tijuana
2-0
Cruz Azul
Liga MX
Feb 25
Club Tijuana
2-3
Cruz Azul
Liga MX
Dec 24
Cruz Azul
3-0
Club Tijuana
Liga MX
Nov 24
Club Tijuana
3-0
Cruz Azul
Liga MX
Jul 24
Cruz Azul
3-0
Club Tijuana
Liga MX
Jan 24
Cruz Azul
1-0
Club Tijuana
Liga MX
Jul 23
Club Tijuana
2-1
Cruz Azul
Liga MX
Jan 23
Club Tijuana
1-1
Cruz Azul
Liga MX
Aug 22
Cruz Azul
1-2
Club Tijuana
Liga MX

The head-to-head record between Club Tijuana and Cruz Azul stands at 4 wins for each side, with 2 matches ending in draws over the last 10 encounters. This balanced record indicates a competitive rivalry, with no team dominating the other. The scorelines show a mix of narrow victories, such as Tijuana's 2-1 and 2-0 wins, alongside heavier defeats like Cruz Azul's 3-0 victories. The presence of draws suggests closely contested matches, and both teams have had periods of success, making it challenging to determine a clear historical advantage.

Liga MX Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Club America
5410102813
WWWDW
2
Toluca
531184410
WDWLW
3
Club Tijuana
431062410
WDWW
4
Monterrey
530212759
LWWLW
5
Leon
53027529
WWWLL
6
Atlas
43016519
WLWW
11
Cruz Azul
42028806
LLWW
16
Atletico San Luis
402248-42
LDDL
17
Santos Laguna
400428-60
LLLL
18
FC Juarez
5005315-120
LLLLL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Club TijuanaHome
3W0D0L
3 playedGF 6 · GA 23.00 pts/game
Cruz AzulAway
1W0D1L
2 playedGF 4 · GA 41.50 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Club TijuanaCruz Azul
1.04Goals p.g.1.97
1.08Goals conceded p.g.1.18
29%Clean sheets24%
29%Win rate55%
2.12Avg goals in match3.15
1.57xG per game1.44
0.17xGA per game-0.10
41%Possession %51%
3.4Shots on target / game6.0
3.3Corners per game5.5
Club Tijuana
Recent Form

Club Tijuana have won 3 of their last 10 matches at home, drawing 6 and losing 1. Their recent home fixtures include beat Club Tijuana 1-0 and drew with Club Tijuana 2-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 7W 10D 7L from the last 24 games (29% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Club TijuanaAll competitions
14 Aug
Portland Timbers
3-1
Club Tijuana
Leagues Cup
10 Aug
San Diego
1-0
Club Tijuana
Leagues Cup
07 Aug
Austin
2-0
Club Tijuana
Leagues Cup
01 Aug
Atletico San Luis
0-0
Club Tijuana
Liga MX
25 Jul
Club Tijuana
1-0
Leon
Liga MX
10 Jul
Club Tijuana
2-2
El Salvador
Friendlies
7
Win
29%
10
Draw
42%
7
Lost
29%
Cruz Azul
Recent Form

Cruz Azul have won 9 of their last 16 matches on the road, drawing 6 and losing 1. Their recent away fixtures include beat Toluca 1-3 and drew with Monarcas 3-3.

Overall, the wider run reads 18W 11D 4L from the last 33 games (55% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Cruz AzulAll competitions
14 Aug
Cruz Azul
1-2
Chicago Fire
Leagues Cup
09 Aug
Cruz Azul
2-1
New York City FC
Leagues Cup
07 Aug
Cruz Azul
1-0
Philadelphia Union
Leagues Cup
02 Aug
Cruz Azul
2-3
Atlante FC
Liga MX
26 Jul
Toluca
1-3
Cruz Azul
Campeón de Campeones
05 Jul
Monarcas
3-3
Cruz Azul
Friendlies Clubs
18
Win
55%
11
Draw
33%
4
Lost
12%

Lineups

📋

Lineups not yet announced

Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.

Unavailable Players

0 players

Club Tijuana

No reported absences

Cruz Azul

No reported absences

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

Value Bets
Club Tijuana Win3.00 (34.1%)
Cruz Azul Win2.28 (42%)
Over 2.5 Goals1.87 (49.9%)
Under 2.5 Goals1.90 (50.1%)
Both Teams Score1.65 (54.5%)
BTTS No2.09 (45.5%)
Speculative
Draw3.25 (23.9%)

Yellow Card Prediction

V. Caceres has been appointed as the referee for this fixture. We don't yet have enough recent fixtures officiated by V. Caceres to give a confident card-market projection. Our default lean is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.

Corner Prediction

Club Tijuana have averaged 3.3 corners per match at home; Cruz Azul 5.5 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 5.4 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Cruz Azul have generated 1.44 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 55% of them. They put 6.0 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Cruz Azul player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
Both Teams to Score Yes

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.