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Puebla vs Toluca Prediction, Tips & Odds

Puebla vs Toluca

Liga MXApertura - 7
Puebla
#8 · Liga MX
WWLLL
VS
Toluca
#2 · Liga MX
WWDWL
★ OUR PICK
Over 2.5 Goals
Both sides average plenty of goals and trend toward open games — the over is the value pick here.
Totals
1.58
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.52 (implied 65.8%) for Over 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 68.3% probability (an expert ratio of 1.46). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (68.3% vs 65.8%), driven by both sides' high goal output and tendency toward open games. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Toluca to win this match against Puebla, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Toluca currently sits in second place in the league standings, having played five matches this season and accumulated 10 points with three wins, one draw, and one loss. Their goal difference of +4 is bolstered by a solid attacking performance, scoring eight goals while conceding only four. This form suggests a balanced team that can both defend well and create scoring opportunities. Puebla, on the other hand, is positioned eighth with seven points from four matches, featuring two wins, one draw, and one loss. While they have managed to score six goals, their defensive record shows some vulnerabilities, having conceded five. Their recent form, with one win, one draw, and three losses in the last five matches, indicates a struggle to find consistency, which could be a concern heading into this matchup. According to the model, Toluca has a win probability of approximately 58%, with the projected scoreline of 2-1 reflecting their stronger season performance. However, Puebla's home advantage could pose a challenge for Toluca, especially if they can capitalize on any defensive lapses. For a detailed breakdown of how we reached this prediction, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. This analysis is brought to you by The Daily Punt Analysis Team, using an in-house model that evaluates fixtures through 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
Puebla Win28%4.54
Draw20%4.01
Toluca Win52%1.63
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.5458.5%

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

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.5259.4%

Combined goal output is high (3.0 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Puebla 1-2 Toluca
7.6613.1%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 13.1% probability.

Asian Handicap
Toluca -0.0
1.2746%

Toluca have been the stronger side, winning 46% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-2
7.66
13.1%
1-1
7.76
13.0%
0-1
8.90
11.3%
0-2
9.03
11.2%
1-3
10.98
9.2%
2-2
12.00
8.5%

Our model projects a 1-2 Toluca win as the most likely scoreline at 13.1% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Puebla
-0.0
3.45
Toluca
+0.0
1.27
Puebla
-0.5
4.10
Toluca
+0.5
1.61
Puebla
-1.5
9.50
Toluca
+1.5
2.63

Lines averaged across 4 bookmakers. Toluca 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

Puebla vs Toluca
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
4.604.101.641.532.451.552.30
Marathonbet
4.554.001.641.502.281.552.26
Betfair
4.504.331.621.452.55
Pinnacle
4.684.151.671.582.39
SBO
4.103.691.58
William Hill
4.403.801.571.502.30
Bet365
4.754.101.621.502.501.572.25
1xBet
4.514.001.661.502.281.552.30
Unibet
4.503.901.641.522.381.522.28
Betano
4.804.051.651.572.471.572.32

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
93.7%
Over 1.5 Goals
81.3%
Over 2.5 Goals
59.4%
Over 3.5 Goals
40.2%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XPuebla or Draw
48%2.19
12Puebla or Toluca
80%1.21
X2Draw or Toluca
72%1.17

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (Toluca leads 5-1)
1 Puebla4 Draw5 Toluca
31 Jan
Puebla
0-0
Toluca
Liga MX
Sept 25
Toluca
3-1
Puebla
Liga MX
Mar 25
Puebla
0-3
Toluca
Liga MX
Oct 24
Toluca
5-0
Puebla
Liga MX
Jan 24
Puebla
1-1
Toluca
Liga MX
Nov 23
Toluca
0-1
Puebla
Liga MX
Jun 23
Toluca
1-1
Puebla
Friendlies Clubs
Apr 23
Puebla
1-2
Toluca
Liga MX
Aug 22
Toluca
1-1
Puebla
Liga MX
Apr 22
Toluca
2-1
Puebla
Liga MX

In their last 10 encounters, Puebla has won 1 match, drawn 4, and lost 5 to Toluca. The scorelines indicate a competitive rivalry, but Toluca has had the upper hand with several decisive victories, including a 5-0 win. The matches have often been closely contested, with four draws showcasing the potential for tightly fought games. Puebla's last win against Toluca came in November 2023, suggesting they have struggled to find consistent success against this opponent. Overall, while there are instances of tight results, Toluca's recent dominance is evident in the head-to-head record.

Liga MX Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Club America
65101221016
WWWWD
2
Toluca
6411124813
WWDWL
3
Club Tijuana
6411107313
WLWDW
4
Atlas
640298112
LWWLW
5
Guadalajara Chivas
632196311
DWWDW
6
Club Queretaro
631297210
WLDWW
8
Puebla
631299010
LWWDL
16
Tigres UANL
6123810-25
DWLLD
17
Santos Laguna
6015411-71
DLLLL
18
FC Juarez
6006319-160
LLLLL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
PueblaHome
1W1D0L
2 playedGF 4 · GA 32.00 pts/game
TolucaAway
2W1D0L
3 playedGF 4 · GA 12.33 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
PueblaToluca
1.22Goals p.g.1.76
1.85Goals conceded p.g.1.05
19%Clean sheets35%
30%Win rate46%
3.07Avg goals in match2.81
1.02xG per game1.40
-0.56xGA per game-0.01
43%Possession %61%
3.6Shots on target / game6.7
4.2Corners per game6.2
Puebla
Recent Form

Puebla have won 4 of their last 11 matches at home, drawing 3 and losing 4. Their recent home fixtures include beat Santos Laguna 3-2 and beat Tlaxcala 3-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 8W 4D 15L from the last 27 games (30% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: PueblaAll competitions
23 Aug
Puebla
3-2
Santos Laguna
Liga MX
18 Aug
CF Pachuca
2-3
Puebla
Liga MX
13 Aug
San Diego
3-2
Puebla
Leagues Cup
10 Aug
Austin
3-0
Puebla
Leagues Cup
07 Aug
Portland Timbers
5-2
Puebla
Leagues Cup
22 Jul
Cruz Azul
2-1
Puebla
Liga MX
8
Win
30%
4
Draw
15%
15
Lost
56%
Toluca
Recent Form

Toluca have won 5 of their last 17 matches on the road, drawing 5 and losing 7. Their recent away fixtures include beat Club Queretaro 1-2 and drew with Atlante FC 0-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 17W 9D 11L from the last 37 games (46% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: TolucaAll competitions
27 Aug
Toluca
2-0
Austin
Leagues Cup
22 Aug
Club Queretaro
1-2
Toluca
Liga MX
15 Aug
Atlante FC
0-0
Toluca
Liga MX
13 Aug
Toluca
3-1
FC Dallas
Leagues Cup
09 Aug
Toluca
0-1
Los Angeles FC
Leagues Cup
06 Aug
Toluca
3-0
Seattle Sounders
Leagues Cup
17
Win
46%
9
Draw
24%
11
Lost
30%

Lineups

📋

Lineups not yet announced

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

Unavailable Players

0 players

Puebla

No reported absences

Toluca

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 Goals1.52 (59.4%)
Both Teams Score1.54 (58.5%)
Value Bets
Puebla Win4.54 (28.1%)
Toluca Win1.63 (51.6%)
Under 2.5 Goals2.41 (40.6%)
BTTS No2.29 (41.5%)
Speculative
Draw4.01 (20.3%)

Yellow Card Prediction

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

Corner Prediction

Puebla have averaged 4.2 corners per match at home; Toluca 6.2 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

Toluca have generated 1.40 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 46% of them. They put 6.7 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Toluca player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Over

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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.