Atlas vs Cruz Azul Prediction
⭐️ The upcoming clash between Atlas and Cruz Azul promises to be intriguing from a tactical standpoint. Atlas, who finished sixth in the standings, focus heavily on defensive strategies, as evidenced by their low-scoring recent matches. Cruz Azul also secured a sixth-place finish, but their recent form raises questions due to frequent draws. How will their first encounter in the quarterfinals of the Clausura playoffs unfold? Read our prediction below.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams ended with a 2-0 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (Cruz Azul were the home team):
- possession: 48% vs 52%;
- corners: 6 vs 3;
- fouls: 14 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 6 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Atlas and Cruz Azul:
- 48 matches played;
- home wins - 14, away wins - 22, draws - 12;
- goals scored - 57 for Atlas, 74 for Cruz Azul;
- average total goals in the first half - 1.4, second half - 1.33;
- average total goals per match - 2.73.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Atlas Team Overview
The last official match was part of the Liga MX tournament, featuring América as the home side and Atlas as the visitors. The match concluded with a 0-1 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Atlas vs América):
- possession percentage: 30% vs 70%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 5;
- fouls: 12 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 2 vs 3.
Atlas are currently sitting in sixth place on the league table, displaying mixed form with two wins and two draws in their last five matches. Their defense has been reliable, conceding less than one goal per game on average over the last ten matches. However, their attacking line needs improvement, as they are scoring just 0.7 goals per game during the same period.
Match Results: Atlas
Cruz Azul Team Overview
The latest official match for the current visitors took place in the Liga MX tournament (home team - Cruz Azul, visitors - Necaxa). The match concluded with a 4-1 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Cruz Azul vs Necaxa):
- possession: 53% vs 47%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 5;
- fouls: 9 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 4;
- shots on target: 4 vs 2.
Cruz Azul have claimed the third spot in the league standings, thanks to a strong start to the season. However, their recent performances have been less convincing, with four consecutive draws before securing a win in their last match, highlighting issues with finishing chances. The team traditionally plays an attacking game, averaging 1.3 goals per match over their last ten encounters, but they also show a tendency for defensive lapses.
Match Results: Cruz Azul
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 48;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 8; for visitors away - 7; number of draws - 8;
- Average first-half total: 1.4;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.63, while the visitors net 0.77.
First-Half Stats: Atlas (home) vs Cruz Azul (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 19;
- wins: 8 (47.06%) vs 6 (31.58%);
- losses: 3 (17.65%) vs 5 (26.32%);
- draws: 6 (35.29%) vs 8 (42.11%);
- Average goals scored: 1.53 vs 1.16;
- Average goals conceded: 0.65 vs 0.53.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 2 vs 2;
- losses: 2 vs 2;
- draws: 6 vs 6;
- Average first-half total: 0.6 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 0.3) vs 1.4 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.7).
- Atlas scored in the 1st half in last 5 home games against Cruz Azul.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 48;
- home team wins - 14, away team wins - 22, draws - 12.
- Cruz Azul have drawn in 4 of last 5 away games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.19, the guests - 1.54;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.73;
- both teams scored: overall - 29; at the home team's field - 12.
Statistics: Atlas vs Cruz Azul
- average total in the tournament: 2.74 vs 2.89;
- average total goals scored: 1.18 vs 1.79;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.62 vs 0.76;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.56 vs 1.03;
- Atlas: average total at home in the tournament - 1.47;
- Cruz Azul: average total away in the tournament - 1.53;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.7 (home - 0.6) vs 1.3 (away - 1).
- Cruz Azul have scored under 1.5 goals in 8 of last 9 games.
Prediction on corners
Atlas: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.47; at home field - 3.71;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.5; at home field - 3.6.
Cruz Azul: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.55, away - 4.58;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.5; away - 6.4.
- Cruz Azul have taken under 5.5 corners in 8 of last 9 away games against Atlas (Liga MX).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 48;
- both teams scored all-time - 29 times;
- on the home team’s field - 12 times.
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (37/323, 11.5%);
- Atlas at home most often finish matches: 0:0 (4/17, 23.5%);
- Cruz Azul away most often play: 1:1 (7/19, 36.8%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 12.08% (odds 6.5)
0:1 - 11.86% (odds 7)
1:2 - 9.41% (odds 8.5)
- Atlas drew 0:0 in last 3 home games (Liga MX).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Based on current trends and team form, a bet on under 2.5 goals appears to be the most reasonable prediction for this matchup. Atlas's defensive solidity, combined with the relatively low scoring of both teams recently (Atlas has seen under 2.5 goals in seven consecutive matches), supports this betting choice.
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