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Leon vs CF Pachuca Prediction, Tips & Odds

Leon vs CF Pachuca

Liga MXApertura - 3
Leon
#12 · Liga MX
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VS
CF Pachuca
#1 · Liga MX
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★ OUR PICK
Both Teams to Score
Both attacks have been productive and both defences leaky — both teams to score carries the edge.
BTTS
1.62
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.57 (implied 63.6%) for Both Teams to Score. Our experts calculate a 66.1% probability (an expert ratio of 1.51). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (66.1% vs 63.6%), 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 CF Pachuca to win against Leon, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. CF Pachuca currently sits at the top of the Liga MX standings, having won their only match of the season. With a strong goal differential of +3, they have shown an impressive offensive capability, scoring three goals while keeping a clean sheet. On the other hand, Leon finds themselves in 12th place after one match played. They have yet to secure any points this season, having lost their opening game. With two goals scored but three conceded, their defensive vulnerabilities could be a significant concern as they face a high-flying Pachuca side. According to the model, Pachuca has a win probability of approximately 65%, while Leon's chances sit around 25%. One key market to note is Pachuca's odds to win, which reflect their current form and standings. However, the caveat here is that Leon, despite their poor start, could rebound unexpectedly, especially if they leverage home advantage. The full methodology behind this prediction can be found in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, where our in-house model analyzes expected goals and actual results across 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
Leon Win34%2.91
Draw23%3.36
CF Pachuca Win43%2.28
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.5759.5%

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

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.7356.6%

Combined goal output is high (3.2 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Leon 1-1 CF Pachuca
6.2316.1%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 16.1% probability.

Asian Handicap
CF Pachuca -0.0
1.6737%

CF Pachuca have been the stronger side, winning 61% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
6.23
16.1%
1-2
8.46
11.9%
0-1
8.86
11.3%
2-1
9.69
10.4%
1-0
10.11
10.0%
2-2
11.05
9.1%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 16.1% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Leon
-0.0
2.14
CF Pachuca
+0.0
1.67
Leon
-0.3
2.57
CF Pachuca
+0.3
2.05
Leon
-0.5
2.79
CF Pachuca
+0.5
2.21
Leon
-1.5
6.00
CF Pachuca
+1.5
4.50

Lines averaged across 6 bookmakers. CF Pachuca 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

Leon vs CF Pachuca
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
2.883.452.301.802.001.622.15
Marathonbet
2.963.342.261.732.051.572.22
Betfair
2.883.502.301.732.10
Pinnacle
3.063.432.321.762.09
SBO
2.733.232.20
William Hill
2.803.202.151.602.15
Bet365
2.903.402.301.702.101.572.25
1xBet
2.983.342.281.732.051.572.26
Unibet
2.953.402.281.722.061.542.23
Betano
3.003.302.351.752.121.552.35
Superbet
2.953.352.321.712.051.572.25
BetVictor
2.883.402.251.682.021.552.25

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
91.1%
Over 1.5 Goals
76.9%
Over 2.5 Goals
56.6%
Over 3.5 Goals
34%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XLeon or Draw
57%1.58
12Leon or CF Pachuca
77%1.28
X2Draw or CF Pachuca
66%1.37

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (CF Pachuca leads 5-3)
3 Leon2 Draw5 CF Pachuca
14 Jan
CF Pachuca
2-1
Leon
Liga MX
Aug 25
Leon
1-1
CF Pachuca
Liga MX
Feb 25
CF Pachuca
1-2
Leon
Liga MX
Jul 24
Leon
0-0
CF Pachuca
Liga MX
Feb 24
CF Pachuca
3-2
Leon
Liga MX
Jul 23
Leon
4-0
CF Pachuca
Liga MX
Feb 23
Leon
0-1
CF Pachuca
Liga MX
Aug 22
CF Pachuca
1-0
Leon
Liga MX
Jan 22
Leon
2-1
CF Pachuca
Liga MX
Jul 21
CF Pachuca
4-0
Leon
Liga MX

In the last 10 matches between Leon and CF Pachuca, Pachuca has won 5 times, Leon has 3 wins, and there have been 2 draws. The scorelines indicate a competitive rivalry, with several closely contested matches; however, Pachuca's victories include two heavy wins of 4-0. Leon's most significant win was a 4-0 victory as well, showcasing their capacity to dominate. The last time Leon defeated Pachuca was in February 2025, suggesting that Pachuca has had the upper hand in recent encounters. Overall, the record reflects a slightly favorable position for Pachuca.

Liga MX Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
CF Pachuca
11003033
W
2
Club Tijuana
11003123
W
3
Toluca
11002023
W
4
Monterrey
11003213
W
5
Cruz Azul
11003213
W
6
Atlas
11003213
W
12
Leon
100123-10
L
16
Tigres UANL
100113-20
L
17
Guadalajara Chivas
100102-20
L
18
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
100103-30
L

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
LeonHome
0W0D1L
1 playedGF 2 · GA 30.00 pts/game
CF PachucaAway
1W0D0L
1 playedGF 3 · GA 03.00 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
LeonCF Pachuca
1.71Goals p.g.1.52
2.05Goals conceded p.g.0.91
10%Clean sheets30%
43%Win rate61%
3.76Avg goals in match2.43
1.17xG per game1.21
0.04xGA per game-0.05
56%Possession %42%
5.6Shots on target / game4.6
5.5Corners per game4.4
Leon
Recent Form

Leon have won 7 of their last 12 matches at home, drawing 0 and losing 5. Their recent home fixtures include lost to Atlas 2-3 and beat Tapatío 4-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 9W 1D 11L from the last 21 games (43% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: LeonAll competitions
18 Jul
Leon
2-3
Atlas
Liga MX
03 Jul
Leon
4-2
Tapatío
Friendlies Clubs
27 Jun
Leon
7-4
Mineros de Zacatecas
Friendlies Clubs
26 Apr
Toluca
4-1
Leon
Liga MX
22 Apr
Leon
2-3
Club America
Liga MX
19 Apr
Leon
3-1
FC Juarez
Liga MX
9
Win
43%
1
Draw
5%
11
Lost
52%
CF Pachuca
Recent Form

CF Pachuca have won 5 of their last 11 matches on the road, drawing 2 and losing 4. Their recent away fixtures include beat CF Pachuca 0-3 and lost to CF Pachuca 1-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 14W 4D 5L from the last 23 games (61% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: CF PachucaAll competitions
18 Jul
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
0-3
CF Pachuca
Liga MX
04 Jul
CF Pachuca
3-1
Puebla
Friendlies Clubs
18 May
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
1-0
CF Pachuca
Liga MX
15 May
CF Pachuca
1-0
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
Liga MX
10 May
CF Pachuca
2-0
Toluca
Liga MX
04 May
Toluca
0-1
CF Pachuca
Liga MX
14
Win
61%
4
Draw
17%
5
Lost
22%

Lineups

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Lineups not yet announced

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

Unavailable Players

0 players

Leon

No reported absences

CF Pachuca

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.

High Probability
Over 2.5 Goals1.73 (56.6%)
Both Teams Score1.57 (59.5%)
Value Bets
Leon Win2.91 (34.1%)
CF Pachuca Win2.28 (42.9%)
Under 2.5 Goals2.06 (43.4%)
BTTS No2.23 (40.5%)
Speculative
Draw3.36 (23%)

Yellow Card Prediction

The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.

Corner Prediction

Leon have averaged 5.5 corners per match at home; CF Pachuca 4.4 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 6.0 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

CF Pachuca have generated 1.21 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 61% of them. They put 4.6 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. CF Pachuca 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.