Pumas vs Cruz Azul Prediction
⚡️ The upcoming clash between UNAM Pumas and Cruz Azul promises to be action-packed. Both teams have been consistent, but their current form tells different stories. UNAM Pumas sit in fifth place, aiming to solidify their position in the upper half, while Cruz Azul confidently hold the top spot. Read our prediction for their showdown below.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams ended with a 2-3 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown from that encounter (Cruz Azul were the home side):
- possession: 40% vs 60%;
- corners: 3 vs 7;
- fouls: 7 vs 17;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 4;
- shots on target: 5 vs 4.
📊Statistical Preview of Official Encounters between UNAM Pumas and Cruz Azul:
- 50 matches played;
- home victories - 13, away victories - 24, draws - 13;
- goals scored - 58 for the hosts, 76 for the visitors;
- average total goals in the first half - 1.2, in the second half - 1.48;
- average total goals per match - 2.68.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

Pumas UNAM Team Overview
The last official match took place in the Liga MX, featuring Necaxa as the home side and UNAM Pumas as the visitors. The final score was 0-1.
Here are the match statistics (UNAM Pumas vs Necaxa):
- possession: 52% vs 48%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 4;
- fouls: 7 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 2.
UNAM Pumas currently sit in fifth place in the standings, delivering moderate results with 10 wins and an equal number of draws this season. In their last five matches, they have secured three victories and suffered one defeat, indicating a decent run of form. They showcase a balanced style of play, averaging 1.54 goals per match. However, their defense raises concerns as they concede an average of 1.36 goals per game.
Match Results: Pumas UNAM

Cruz Azul Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place in the CONCACAF Champions League, where the hosts Monterrey faced off against Cruz Azul. The match concluded with a 3-2 victory for Monterrey.
Here are the game statistics (Cruz Azul vs Monterrey):
- possession: 52% vs 48%;
- corners: 5 vs 3;
- fouls: 10 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 7 vs 5.
Cruz Azul are enjoying a remarkable run, winning nine of their last ten matches and sitting atop the league standings. Their attacking prowess is impressive, averaging nearly three goals per game while conceding just 0.9 on average. This solid defense enables them to consistently secure positive results, even against formidable opponents.
Match Results: Cruz Azul
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 50;
- home team wins - 13, away team wins - 24, draws - 13.
- Pumas UNAM won with a +1.5 handicap in 13 of last 15 games against Cruz Azul.
- Pumas UNAM won with a +1.5 handicap in last 19 home games.
- Pumas UNAM won with a +1.5 handicap in 16 of last 17 games (Liga MX).
- Pumas UNAM won with a +1.5 handicap in last 15 home games (Liga MX).
- Pumas UNAM won with a +1.5 handicap in 11 of last 12 games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.16, the guests - 1.52;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.68;
- both teams scored: overall - 27; at the home team's field - 11.
Statistics: Pumas UNAM vs Cruz Azul
- average total in the tournament: 2.89 vs 2.9;
- average total goals scored: 1.54 vs 1.84;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.86 vs 0.74;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.68 vs 1.1;
- Pumas UNAM: average total at home in the tournament - 1.54;
- Cruz Azul: average total away in the tournament - 1.6;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.8 (home - 2) vs 2.7 (away - 2.5).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 5 Pumas UNAM home games against Cruz Azul.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 15 of last 17 Cruz Azul away games.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 13 of last 14 Cruz Azul away games (Liga MX).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 11 of last 12 Cruz Azul games (Liga MX).
Prediction on corners
Pumas UNAM: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.21; at home field - 4.46;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.7; at home field - 2.6.
Cruz Azul: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.48, away - 4.13;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.7; away - 4.17.
- Pumas UNAM have taken over 3.5 corners in 8 of last 9 home games against Cruz Azul (Liga MX).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 3.72 (1.86 for home team and 1.86 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 3.21 (1.71 for home team and 1.5 for away team).
Pumas UNAM: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.46; at home - 1.85;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.4; at home - 1.2.
Cruz Azul: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.26, away - 1.87;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3; away - 2.83.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 50;
- both teams scored all-time - 27 times;
- on the home team’s field - 11 times.
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:0 (27/258, 10.5%);
- Pumas UNAM at home most often finish matches: 1:1 (4/13, 30.8%);
- Cruz Azul away most often play: 1:1 (4/15, 26.7%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 11.59% (odds 6.5)
1:2 - 9.04% (odds 8)
0:1 - 8.7% (odds 8)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
As they face UNAM Pumas, Cruz Azul have every opportunity to affirm their current form with a strong attack and solid defense. The trend indicates that the visitors consistently score at least two goals against this opponent in consecutive past encounters, which boosts expectations for their offensive efficiency. This makes a bet on Cruz Azul's individual total over 1.5 a reasonable choice.