Necaxa vs Cruz Azul Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 21 Oct 2025

Liga MX Betting Preview: Necaxa vs Cruz Azul

Necaxa host Cruz Azul in this Liga MX meeting at Estadio Victoria, with kick-off set for 21:00 on Tuesday 21 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

We have plenty of cause to back Cruz Azul on the Full-Time Result market, especially at an attractive price of -111. It’s entirely possible that they’ll prove too strong for Necaxa in this encounter.

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Club Necaxa have been beaten in their last four games. Away at El Volcán, Tigres UANL recently beat them 5-3. Fernando Gago's men had 45% possession and totalled four shots on target, with Diber Cambindo registering two goals and Ricardo Monreal scoring the other.

Cruz Azul claimed a home victory in their previous game. A 2-1 win occurred against Club América at Olimpico Universitario. La Máquina Celeste boasted 58% possession and recorded four shots on goal, while Gabriel Fernandez and Ignacio Rivero were both on target.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cruz Azul have landed wins in their last two clashes against Necaxa. On the road at Estadio Victoria, the most recent scoreline was 3-1 which followed a 3-0 home triumph at Estadio Banorte. The past 10 H2H meetings have included six victories for Cruz Azul, three wins for Necaxa and a single draw.

Liga MX		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
3	Cruz Azul	17	10	5	2	32	20	12	32:20	35
13	Necaxa	17	4	5	8	24	32	-8	24:32	17

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Club Necaxa have 1 win, 7 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 9.5 attempts. The Aguascalientes outfit have averaged 49.6% possession and 4.6 corners per match, conceding 2.1 goals and 4.8 corners from 4.2 shots on goal and 9.7 attempts.

Diber Cambindo is the top scorer with 3 goals, while Ricardo Monreal, Tomas Jacob, Cristian Calderon and Tomas Badaloni each have 1. Tomas Badaloni, Agustin Palavecino and Diber Cambindo are the leading assists makers with 1.

Cruz Azul have 7 victories, 1 defeat and 2 draws, with an average of 1.7 goals from 11.3 attempts and 5.5 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 54.1% possession, 5.2 corners awarded and 3.6 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 1.2 goals from 6.7 attempts and 2.9 shots on goal.

Gabriel Fernandez is the leading scorer with 5 goals, followed by Jose Paradela on 3, with Ignacio Rivero and two others bagging 2. Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi, Angel Sepulveda and Jose Paradela have managed 2 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Necaxa confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Ezequiel Unsain (GK), Emilio Lara, Alexis Pena, Cristian Calderon, Tomas Jacob, Kevin Rosero, Agustin Palavecino, Jose Rodriguez, Franco Rossano, Diber Cambindo, Tomas Badaloni.

Cruz Azul confirmed lineup (3-2-4-1): Kevin Mier (GK), Willer Ditta, Amaury Garcia, Gonzalo Piovi, Omar Campos, Jeremy Marquez, Jose Paradela, Amaury Morales, Lorenzo Faravelli, Luka Romero, Angel Sepulveda.

Necaxa vs Cruz Azul Prediction & Betting Tips

Get the full betting picture for Necaxa vs Cruz Azul, including a key match prediction, our correct score selection, best corners advice, top player prop picks and a ready-made bet builder.

Match Prediction

Cruz Azul can’t be passed over when they play this Liga MX encounter, especially as a price of -111 is available for this selection. Head to the betting sites and back this value pick.

The football betting tips are created after keeping tabs on the latest Liga MX team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.

Key Necaxa vs Cruz Azul league stats:

• Cruz Azul have won 7 of their last 10 games.
• Cruz Azul have won 12 of their last 20 games.
• Necaxa have lost their last 4 games.
• Necaxa have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
• Necaxa have lost their last 2 games against Cruz Azul.

The top betting apps make it a 52.6% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. In the opinion of our tipsters, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. This is why we can recommend this bet.

If you’re demanding a bigger price, Cruz Azul can be wagered at larger odds on the Asian Handicap. Also weigh up the Result & Both Teams to Score and Double Result markets for increased value.

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Our Match Prediction

Cruz Azul To Win @ -111 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Necaxa 0 - 1 Cruz Azul

We’re predicting Cruz Azul to land a 1-0 victory and this is available at +800. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Agustin Palavecino Under 0.5 Shots On Target -139

Agustin Palavecino (Necaxa) can be backed at -139 to fail to register a shot on goal. The odds look attractive based on the evidence and we’ll take a chance on him on the Shots on Target market.

Latest Agustin Palavecino Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+400

First

+1200

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-244

Under 0.5

+145

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Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi to Score +380

Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi (Cruz Azul) has managed two goals in his past five Liga MX matches away from home. We’re content to land the +380 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he features on the scoresheet.

Latest Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+400

First

+1050

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

+148

Under 0.5

-238

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Corners Prediction

Under 10.5 Corners -137

It has now been five straight Cruz Azul matches where under 10.5 corners have been awarded. It looks a logical viewpoint that the line won’t be reached and you can land a price of -137 for this Total Corners wager.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Necaxa

Total

9.40 4.60 4.80

Home

10.40 6.00 4.40

Away

8.80 4.20 4.60

Cruz Azul

Total

8.80 5.20 3.60

Home

10.60 7.30 3.30

Away

7.40 3.30 4.10

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-130

Under 9.5

-114

Necaxa Corners

Over 4.5

-110

Under 4.5

-125

Cruz Azul Corners

Over 4.5

-125

Under 4.5

-110

Most Corners

1

+150

X

+600

2

-147

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Necaxa vs Cruz Azul Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

The Full-Time Result odds of -114 suggest that Cruz Azul are likely victors and there’s a 53% probability that the favourites win this Liga MX clash. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Club Necaxa are trading at +250.

If you’re feeling confident of a win for Cruz Azul, the Asian Handicap -0.5 option is priced at -111. You might instead think that Necaxa +0.5 at -111 is more appealing and the draw is included here.

There’s a high probability that Over 2.5 Goals will be netted according to the current prices. Should you expect both teams score, then the BTTS Yes option is available at -179.

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Full-Time Result

1

+250

X

+280

2

-114

Half-Time Result

1

+280

X

+138

2

+133

Double Chance

1X

-128

12

-476

X2

-417

Draw No Bet

1

+155

2

-250

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.5

-111

2 Hcp -0.5

-111

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+120

Over 2.5

-167

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-179

No

+125

Ángel Sepúlveda can be backed to find the net anytime at +135. There is the chance to back the market leader to score the first goal at +380.

Ángel Sepúlveda (Cruz Azul)

First

+135

Anytime

+380

Diber Armando Cambindo (Necaxa)

First

+170

Anytime

+525

Gabriel Matías Fernández (Cruz Azul)

First

+180

Anytime

+500

Jose Ignacio Rivero (Cruz Azul)

First

+200

Anytime

+575

José Paradela (Cruz Azul)

First

+200

Anytime

+575

Tomás Badaloni (Necaxa)

First

+320

Anytime

+900

Ivan Rodriguez (Necaxa)

First

+380

Anytime

+1100

Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi (Cruz Azul)

First

+400

Anytime

+1050

Agustin Palavecino (Necaxa)

First

+400

Anytime

+1200

Luka Romero (Cruz Azul)

First

+410

Anytime

+1100

Pavel Perez (Necaxa)

First

+500

Anytime

+1400

Angel Marquez (Cruz Azul)

First

+510

Anytime

+1300

Lorenzo Faravelli (Cruz Azul)

First

+550

Anytime

+1400

Carlos Rodriguez (Cruz Azul)

First

+550

Anytime

+1400

Amaury García Moreno (Cruz Azul)

First

+575

Anytime

+1600

Ricardo Monreal (Necaxa)

First

+575

Anytime

+1600

Johan Rojas (Necaxa)

First

+575

Anytime

+1800

Kevin Rosero (Necaxa)

First

+600

Anytime

+1600

Diego Gomez (Necaxa)

First

+600

Anytime

+1600

Diego de Buen (Necaxa)

First

+600

Anytime

+1700

Rogelio Cortéz (Necaxa)

First

+650

Anytime

+1700

Gonzalo Piovi (Cruz Azul)

First

+650

Anytime

+1800

Cristian Jiménez (Cruz Azul)

First

+700

Anytime

+1800

Alejandro Andrade (Necaxa)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Agustin Palavecino (Necaxa)

Over 0.5

-244

Under 0.5

+145

Diber Armando Cambindo (Necaxa)

Over 0.5

-244

Under 0.5

+150

Gabriel Matías Fernández (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-217

Under 0.5

+123

Jose Ignacio Rivero (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-182

Under 0.5

+115

José Paradela (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-179

Under 0.5

+112

Tomás Badaloni (Necaxa)

Over 0.5

-100

Under 0.5

-156

Ivan Rodriguez (Necaxa)

Over 0.5

+132

Under 0.5

-217

Ángel Sepúlveda (Cruz Azul)

Over 1.5

+133

Under 1.5

-244

Luka Romero (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+145

Under 0.5

-238

Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+148

Under 0.5

-238

Pavel Perez (Necaxa)

Over 0.5

+180

Under 0.5

-303

Johan Rojas (Necaxa)

Over 0.5

+195

Under 0.5

-345

Ricardo Monreal (Necaxa)

Over 0.5

+195

Under 0.5

-333

Carlos Rodriguez (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+205

Under 0.5

-370

Kevin Rosero (Necaxa)

Over 0.5

+210

Under 0.5

-370

Angel Marquez (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+210

Under 0.5

-370

Diego de Buen (Necaxa)

Over 0.5

+215

Under 0.5

-385

Lorenzo Faravelli (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+220

Under 0.5

-400

Diego Gomez (Necaxa)

Over 0.5

+220

Under 0.5

-400

Rogelio Cortéz (Necaxa)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-417

Gonzalo Piovi (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+265

Under 0.5

-526

Cristian Jiménez (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+290

Under 0.5

-588

Necaxa have collected four wins, three draws and three defeats in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 1.30 goals per match and conceding 1.10.

Cruz Azul have recorded four victories, four draws and two defeats in the previous 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.50 goals per game and conceding 1.40.

The last Estadio Victoria meeting saw Cruz Azul beat Necaxa 3-1. There have been four Cruz Azul victories, one Necaxa win and one draw in the past 6 H2H games at Estadio Victoria.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Necaxa Home Stats		4-3-3	2.40	1.30	1.10	3	7	5	5
Cruz Azul Away Stats		4-4-2	2.90	1.50	1.40	6	4	7	3

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Necaxa vs Cruz Azul Lineups & Team News

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