Cruz Azul and Necaxa face each other on Monday 04.27.2026, at 02:00 (UK Time), in a Liga MX 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Cruz Azul's home ground, the Estadio Azteca.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Cruz Azul Fútbol Club A.C. and Club Necaxa S.A. de C.V., grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Cruz Azul vs Necaxa
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Cruz Azul Win
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Cruz Azul preview
Cruz Azul heads into the match with the following record in the Liga MX: in 37 matches, Cruz Azul Fútbol Club A.C. secured 19 victories, 14 draws, and 4 losses, maintaining an average of 1.92 points per game.
Taking a broader look at The Machine's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 19 victories so far.
Cruz Azul has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 64 goals, of which 64 were scored in the Liga MX, resulting in an average of 1.73 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Gabriel Matías Fernández Leites, who has found the back of the net 14 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. José Paradela has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 7 assists.
On the defensive side, Cruz Azul has conceded 41 goals in the Liga MX (an average of 1.11 per game) and 41 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.11 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Necaxa preview
Necaxa comes into the game with 33 matches played so far in the Liga MX. They have secured 9 victories, 8 draws, and 16 losses, maintaining an average of 1.06 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 9 wins, 7 draws, and 16 losses.
Club Necaxa S.A. de C.V.'s attack has been highly effective, scoring 42 goals during this period. Of that total, 42 were netted in the Liga MX, with an average of 1.27 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.31.
The Lightning Bolts's offensive system is led by Diber Cambindo, the team's top scorer this season. The colombian forward has found the back of the net 13 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Agustín Palavecino. The midfielder has contributed with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 53 goals with an average of 1.61 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 53 goals in 32 matches, averaging 1.66 per match.
Head to head: Cruz Azul vs Necaxa
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Cruz Azul
Mexico - Liga MX
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D D D L D |
0.8 |
| Home | D L W W W |
2 |
| Away | D D D D W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 51% | 67% | 37% |
| Goals | 2.84 | 3 | 2.68 |
| Scored | 1.73 | 1.94 | 1.53 |
| Conceded | 1.11 | 1.06 | 1.16 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 67% | 74% |
| Without Conceding | 27% | 33% | 21% |
| Failed To Score | 8% | 6% | 11% |
| 1st to Score | 59% | 67% | 53% |
|
xG
|
1.87 | 2.1 | 1.66 |
|
xGA
|
1.1 | 0.93 | 1.25 |
Necaxa
Mexico - Liga MX
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D D L W W |
1.6 |
| Home | D D W W L |
1.6 |
| Away | L D L L W |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 27% | 35% | 19% |
| Goals | 2.88 | 2.24 | 3.56 |
| Scored | 1.27 | 1.24 | 1.31 |
| Conceded | 1.61 | 1 | 2.25 |
| Both Teams to Score | 61% | 47% | 75% |
| Without Conceding | 12% | 18% | 6% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 41% | 25% |
| 1st to Score | 59% | 41% | 25% |
|
xG
|
1.47 | 1.57 | 1.38 |
|
xGA
|
1.56 | 1.41 | 1.71 |
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