Pachuca vs Cruz Azul Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 22 October 2026
🔊 These two sides come into this match with different momentum in the table: Pachuca still have a chance of reaching the play-offs but are four points off the knockout places and need to find some consistency in the closing stages of the season. Cruz Azul have already secured a top-eight spot and are looking to hold their position among the contenders for the final stage. In terms of average goals scored, both teams look reasonably active, though Pachuca's home record and Cruz Azul's recent away form suggest the match may not follow a straightforward script.
What can we expect from this match based on the head-to-head stats
Pachuca beat Cruz Azul away from home 2-1 in a Liga MX match on 05 April 2026. The hosts had 63% possession and attempted 20 shots to Pachuca's 12, yet still lost despite having two players sent off.
Across 50 official meetings, Cruz Azul have won 24 times, Pachuca 17, with nine draws. The goal difference also favours Cruz Azul - 79:59.
Head-to-head statistics Pachuca - Cruz Azul
Pachuca: attacking potential overshadowed by defensive issues
Pachuca lost away to Monterrey 1-2 in their last Liga MX match 19 October 2026. They were 0-2 down at half-time; despite the shot count being almost level (11-10), Pachuca's xG was roughly half that of their opponents - 1.04 against 2.06.
Pachuca have been inconsistent over their last five matches, with just one win alongside two defeats and two draws. Across their last ten games, they have averaged 1.6 goals scored per match and conceded slightly fewer at 1.3. There is attacking potential, but they have struggled to deliver it consistently at home: five consecutive home matches in which both sides have scored points to a tendency for open play, though the defence has frequently let them down. Their motivation in the table remains intact - the fight for a play-off place is still alive - but any slip could prove costly.
Match Results: Pachuca
The main storyline surrounding Cruz Azul
Five goals from nine shots on target: Cruz Azul thrashed Juárez 5-0 at home in their last Liga MX match 18 October 2026. The hosts were already 3-0 up by half-time, while Juárez failed to score despite putting four shots on target.
Cruz Azul are showing more consistent form - four wins and two draws in their last ten matches, alongside four defeats. Their average of 2 goals scored per game over those ten matches is high, while defensively they are conceding 1.7 per game. One particularly notable trend is their tendency for high-scoring away matches: Over 2.5 goals has landed in seven of their last eight away fixtures, suggesting they are willing to play openly even on the road. Their motivation is at its highest, with the team needing to hold on to their play-off position.
Match Results: Cruz Azul
Total Goals Prediction
In 13 of the last 14 head-to-head meetings between Pachuca and Cruz Azul, the total has gone under 3.5 goals, which points to a consistently low-scoring pattern in their encounters. The seasonal averages for both sides also sit in the 2-3 goals per game range: Pachuca average 1.58 goals per game this season, Cruz Azul 2.25. A further supporting factor is that Pachuca have seen under 4.5 goals in 6 of their last 7 matches. This makes the bet on Total Goals - Under 3.5 at odds of 1.51* well-founded.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Pachuca have both scored and conceded in each of their last five home matches, which points to a strong likelihood of goals at both ends. Their average of 1.8 goals scored and 2.2 goals conceded per home game this season supports the idea of an open match on their own ground. Cruz Azul are a consistent scoring side, averaging 2.25 goals per game this season and 2.43 away from home, and they have scored in 17 of their last 18 away matches. We're backing Both Teams to Score - Yes at 1.53*.
High-Risk Bet
Pachuca have conceded in the first half at home in four consecutive matches and have also lost the first half in four consecutive home games. This points to a high level of activity and goalscoring early in matches. Both teams have also shown decent scoring numbers in recent games. However, average first-half totals are not available, so the level of confirmation is moderate. The pick is Total Goals First Half - Over 1.5 at 2.31*.
Safer Bet
Pachuca have scored at home in 13 of their last 14 matches, which supports the relevant trend. Their average home goals per game this season is 1.8, and over their last 10 home matches it is 2.0. These figures make Pachuca Team Total - Over 0.5 at 1.25* a reliable option.
Correct Score Prediction
The algorithm identifies three most likely scorelines: 1-1 (10.28%), 1-2 (8.02%) and 2-2 (7.36%). All three have similar probabilities, but the highest among them is a 1-1 draw. This points to an expectation of an even, goal-filled contest between the two sides.
*Odds are indicative and may vary depending on the bookmaker.
⭐ Editor's Prediction
Cruz Azul's away record points to consistent scoring - 7 of their last 8 road matches have produced three or more goals, and both sides are averaging more than 1.5 goals per game this season. Pachuca, meanwhile, are regularly involved in goal exchanges at home, despite an inconsistent run of results in front of their own supporters. The league situation is pushing both teams to go for it: the hosts can still fight for a top-8 finish, while the visitors are looking to stay among the league leaders through to the end of the regular season. The main prediction is Total Goals - Over 2.5.
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Betting Tips: Pachuca - Cruz Azul
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