Cruz Azul vs Atlas Prediction, Tips & Odds
Cruz Azul vs Atlas
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The model favours Cruz Azul to win against Atlas, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Cruz Azul currently sits in 6th place in the Liga MX standings, having accumulated 6 points from 3 matches played. Their season has been marked by a strong attacking performance, scoring 7 goals and conceding 6, resulting in a goal difference of +1. With four wins in their last five matches, Cruz Azul is demonstrating solid form as they look to continue their positive momentum. On the other hand, Atlas is positioned 9th in the standings, also with 6 points from 3 matches. Their goal production has been less impressive, with only 4 goals scored and 4 conceded, resulting in a neutral goal difference. Atlas has shown some resilience, managing to secure two wins in their last five matches, but they have also faced challenges, reflected in their recent form of 2 wins and 3 losses. According to our model, Cruz Azul has a win probability of approximately 55%, with a projected score of 2-1. While they are favoured to win, one caveat is that if Atlas can tighten their defence and find better attacking rhythm, they could pose a challenge. The full methodology of our predictions is detailed in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, where our in-house model analyses 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.
Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.
Combined goal output is high (3.0 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.
The most likely scoreline per our model at 15.0% probability.
Cruz Azul have been the stronger side, winning 58% of their matches.
Our model projects a 1-0 Cruz Azul win as the most likely scoreline at 15.0% probability. 4 of the top six outcomes feature Cruz Azul clean sheets, in line with their 24% clean-sheet rate this season.
Lines averaged across 4 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
Cruz Azul vs Atlas| Bookmaker | 1X2 | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | X | 2 | Over | Under | Yes | No | |
| 1.48 | 4.20 | 6.40 | 1.77 | 2.00 | 1.85 | 1.85 | |
| 1.54 | 3.98 | 5.60 | 1.77 | 2.00 | 1.79 | 1.89 | |
| 1.53 | 4.10 | 5.50 | 1.75 | 2.05 | 1.80 | 2.00 | |
| 1.62 | 4.18 | 5.54 | 1.81 | 2.08 | — | — | |
| 1.56 | 3.78 | 5.03 | 1.80 | 2.04 | — | — | |
| 1.55 | 3.60 | 5.00 | — | — | 1.75 | 1.91 | |
| 1.60 | 3.90 | 5.75 | 1.75 | 2.05 | 1.80 | 1.95 | |
| 1.56 | 3.98 | 5.52 | 1.77 | 2.00 | 1.79 | 1.92 | |
| 1.49 | 4.10 | 5.80 | 1.73 | 2.05 | 1.79 | 1.85 | |
| 1.44 | 3.80 | 5.50 | 1.70 | 2.00 | 1.83 | 1.85 | |
Betano | 1.65 | 4.20 | 5.60 | 1.80 | 2.07 | 1.78 | 1.98 |
Superbet | 1.59 | 4.10 | 5.25 | 1.77 | 2.05 | 1.82 | 1.92 |
BetVictor | 1.57 | 4.00 | 5.50 | 1.73 | 1.95 | 1.78 | 1.93 |
Goals Probability
Avg. bookmaker oddsDouble Chance
Bet covers two outcomesHead to Head
Last 10 Meetings (evenly matched 3-3)The head-to-head record between Cruz Azul and Atlas stands at 3 wins for Cruz Azul, 4 draws, and 3 wins for Atlas over the last 10 matches. This indicates a balanced rivalry with a notable frequency of draws, occurring in 40% of the fixtures. The scorelines suggest a mix of competitive encounters, with several matches ending in narrow margins, such as the 2-3 and 1-0 results. Notably, the most recent match saw Atlas secure a 2-0 victory, while Cruz Azul last won against Atlas in February 2023, highlighting that both teams have had their share of success in this matchup.
Liga MX Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Guadalajara Chivas | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 15 | 6 | 9 | 17 | WWDWW |
| 2 |  Toluca | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 6 | 11 | 16 | WWWDW |
| 3 |  Club America | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 6 | 9 | 16 | LWWWW |
| 4 | Cruz Azul | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 15 | WWWLL |
| 5 |  Club Queretaro | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 13 | WWLDW |
| 6 |  Club Tijuana | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 13 | LWLWD |
| 8 | Atlas | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 12 | 14 | -2 | 13 | LDLWW |
| 16 |  Atletico San Luis | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 13 | -5 | 6 | LWDLD |
| 17 |  Santos Laguna | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 13 | -7 | 4 | WLDLL |
| 18 |  FC Juarez | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 23 | -19 | 0 | LLLLL |
Venue Record
Current season at home / on the roadKey Statistics
2026 SeasonCruz Azul have won 11 of their last 20 matches at home, drawing 5 and losing 4. Their recent home fixtures include beat Santos Laguna 1-0 and lost to Atlas 0-2.
Overall, the wider run reads 22W 11D 5L from the last 38 games (58% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.
Atlas have won 7 of their last 15 matches on the road, drawing 1 and losing 7. Their recent away fixtures include beat Cruz Azul 0-2 and beat FC Cincinnati 1-2.
Overall, the wider run reads 11W 7D 14L from the last 32 games (34% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.
Lineups
Lineups not yet announced
Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
0 playersCruz Azul
No reported absences
Atlas
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.
Yellow Card Prediction
G. Pacheco Larios has been appointed as the referee for this fixture. We don't yet have enough recent fixtures officiated by G. Pacheco Larios to give a confident card-market projection. Our default lean is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.
Corner Prediction
Cruz Azul have averaged 5.9 corners per match at home; Atlas 4.5 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 6.2 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.
Player Stats Bet
Cruz Azul have generated 1.91 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 58% of them. They put 5.8 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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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.
