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Pumas UNAM vs Cruz Azul: Prediction, Odds & Analysis

Pumas UNAM Pumas UNAMvsCruz Azul Cruz Azul
Our predictionCruz Azul to win
Confidence: High · 92/100
Score hint: 0-1

Our model leans Cruz Azul (73% probability), high confidence.

Why this prediction

Win probabilities

1 · Pumas UNAM10%
Draw18%
2 · Cruz Azul73%
1 · Pumas UNAMDraw2 · Cruz Azul
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Value radar

Markets where our model disagrees with the bookmaker. A positive edge means our model rates the outcome more likely than the odds imply — a potential value spot.

O/U 2.5Over 2.53.20+7.0%
1X2Cruz Azul1.34+2.0%
1X2Pumas UNAM9.50-0.1%
1X2Draw4.90-1.8%
O/U 2.5Under 2.51.35-12.3%
Our model BookmakerPositive edge = potential value. Not betting advice.

Recent form

Pumas UNAMDLLDD
Cruz AzulDWDLW
Team strength rating
Pumas UNAM
27
Cruz Azul
78

Expected goals

0.45Pumas UNAM
xG
1.78Cruz Azul
Over 2.5 goals38%
Both teams to score30%

Most likely scorelines

0-119.2%
0-217.0%
0-010.8%
0-310.1%
1-18.6%
1-27.7%

Match DNA

AttackDefenseFormStrengthH2HVenue
Pumas UNAM Cruz Azul

Key points

Betting angles

MarketPickOddsAssessment
1X2Cruz Azul win1.34Fair (+2.0%)
Total goalsUnder 2.51.35Fair

Assessments compare our model probability with the bookmaker odds. "Value" means our model rates the pick higher than the market implies. Not betting advice.

Scoreline probability matrix

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21221
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Each cell shows the probability (%) of that exact scoreline (home goals down the side, away goals across the top). Computed from a Poisson model on expected goals.

Full analysis

The model blends the odds, head-to-head history and recent form to frame this clash between Pumas UNAM and Cruz Azul. After removing the bookmaker margin, the probabilities settle at 10% for Pumas UNAM, 18% for the draw and 73% for Cruz Azul.

Several signals point toward Cruz Azul. The odds point to a clear favourite. The head-to-head record favours Cruz Azul (1-2-3). Recent form favours Cruz Azul.

Across the last 6 meetings, the record reads 1 Pumas UNAM wins, 2 draws and 3 Cruz Azul wins. Recent scorelines: 0-0, 2-2, 2-3, 2-0, 3-2.

If the trend holds, a scoreline around 0-1 is plausible — treat it as a pointer, not a certainty.

On form, Pumas UNAM show D-L-L-D-D across their recent outings, while Cruz Azul read D-W-D-L-W. Recent momentum carries weight in the assessment, particularly when combined with home advantage and the competition context.

On the secondary markets, our model puts over 2.5 goals at 38% and both teams to score at 30%. The profile leans toward a tighter, lower-scoring game.

Our model flags a disagreement with the market on "Over 2.5" (O/U 2.5): we rate it 38% versus the 31% implied by odds of 3.20, an edge of 7.0 points. That's where the market appears to underrate the true likelihood.

This prediction is a statistical analysis, not a guarantee. Higher confidence means the signals agree more strongly, but football is unpredictable. Always bet responsibly.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the favourite, Pumas UNAM or Cruz Azul?

Our model rates Cruz Azul as the most likely outcome at 73% probability.

What's a likely scoreline for Pumas UNAM vs Cruz Azul?

A scoreline around 0-1 fits our analysis, as a pointer, not a certainty.

What's the head-to-head record?

In the last 6 meetings: 1 Pumas UNAM wins, 2 draws, 3 Cruz Azul wins.

Over or under 2.5 goals?

The indicators lean toward under 2.5 goals.

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Match statistics

Referee: 688e93499930a40b3c795abf
0.53
Expected goals (xG)
0.77
47
Possession
53
12
Total shots
16
3
Shots on target
5
0
Big Chances
0
7
Corners
7
1
Yellow cards
0
0
Offsides
2
61
Passes in final third
71
11
Fouls
4
Morales31'
36'Fernandez
Lopez🟨45'
54'Duarte Ru.
Trigos Nava59'
Bennevendo72'
79'Barragan
Rico85'

Match story

How the game unfolded
0–15'00

Cautious start, both sides feeling each other out. (0–0)

15–45'10

Pumas UNAM make it count (Morales (31')). It's 1–0 at this point.

31'Morales36'Fernandez45'🟨Lopez
Half-time

Half-time score: Pumas UNAM 1 – 0 Cruz Azul.

45–75'11

Cruz Azul make it count (Duarte Ru. (54')). It's 1–1 at this point.

54'Duarte Ru.59'Trigos Nava72'Bennevendo
75–90'+11

A tense finish, but the scoreline stays put. (1–1)

79'Barragan85'Rico
Full time: Pumas UNAM 11 Cruz Azul

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