Pachuca vs Cruz Azul Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 13 Sep 2025

Liga MX Betting Preview: Pachuca vs Cruz Azul

Pachuca host Cruz Azul in this Liga MX encounter at Estadio Miguel Hidalgo, with kick-off set for 19:00 on Saturday 13 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Cruz Azul to Keep Things Tight Against Tuzos

When Cruz Azul clash against Pachuca, we will take the former at -152 on the Asian Handicap +0.25. With our stake divided between 0 and +0.5, the visitors look as though they can land a return by swerving defeat.

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Cruz Azul Won 2-1 in Teams’ Last Meeting

Pachuca were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 2-0 loss against Club América at Estadio Azteca. They enjoyed 53% possession and three shots on target.

Cruz Azul have won their previous five games. A 2-1 victory recently occurred away at Estadio Akron when playing Guadalajara. Nicolas Larcamon's men had just 39% possession and recorded seven shots on goal, while Jose Paradela and Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi were on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cruz Azul have beaten Pachuca in the last two encounters. A 2-1 home victory at Estadio Azteca followed a 4-2 away win at Estadio Miguel Hidalgo. The previous 10 H2H games have seen four wins for each team and two draws.

Liga MX		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
3	Cruz Azul	7	5	2	0	15	8	7	15:8	17
6	Pachuca	7	4	1	2	11	7	4	11:7	13

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5 wins, 3 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.3 goals from 4.5 shots on goal and 10.6 attempts. Tuzos have had 52.3% possession and 5.2 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.0 goals from 3.9 shots on goal and 7.6 attempts, while being awarded 4.0 corners.

Jhonder Cadiz and Gaston Togni are the leading goalscorers with 2, while Oussama Idrissi has 1. Elias Montiel and Victor Guzman have recorded the most assists with 3 apiece.

Cruz Azul have 7 victories, 1 defeat and 2 draws, with an average of 1.9 goals from 13.7 attempts and 6.6 shots on goal. The Mexico City side average 55.8% possession, 6.6 corners awarded and 3.7 corners against them, while conceding 1.1 goals from 7.7 attempts and 3.3 shots on goal.

Angel Sepulveda has top scored with 5, while Carlos Rodriguez and Ignacio Rivero are next best on 3. Look no further than Jose Paradela for the top assist maker (4) in the last 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Pachuca predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Carlos Moreno (GK), Brian García, Sergio Barreto, Eduardo Bauermann, Alonso Aceves, William Carvalho, Elías Montiel, Alexei Domínguez, Víctor Guzmán, Oussama Idrissi, Jhonder Cádiz.

Cruz Azul predicted lineup (3-4-2-1): Kevin Mier (GK), Willer Ditta, Jesús Orozco, Gonzalo Piovi, Jorge Sánchez, Erik Lira, Carlos Rodriguez, Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi, Ignacio Rivero, José Antonio Paradela, Gabriel Fernandez.

Pachuca vs Cruz Azul Prediction & Betting Tips

Join us as we dissect the top Pachuca vs Cruz Azul betting picks — from the main match prediction and scoreline forecast to standout player props and a value-focused bet builder.

Match Prediction

We’ll side with Cruz Azul +0.25 for this Liga MX clash, with an attractive -152 available. Our verdict is that they’ll perform strongly and the Asian Handicap line looks generous for this outcome.

A good deal of research goes into our football betting tips. We start by studying the latest form and getting a handle on injuries. The key Liga MX stats can then be used as the missing piece of the jigsaw.

Key Pachuca vs Cruz Azul league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Cruz Azul in 7 consecutive games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Cruz Azul in 19 of their last 20 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Cruz Azul in 9 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Pachuca in 3 consecutive games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Pachuca in 11 of their last 19 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Pachuca in 11 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Pachuca in 2 consecutive games against Cruz Azul.

Cruz Azul +0.25 Probability

The best betting apps make it a 60.2% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 65-70% taking all factors into consideration. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

Cruz Azul Asian Hcp +0.25 @ -152 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Pachuca 1 - 2 Cruz Azul

Cruz Azul are available to back at +800 to secure a 2-1 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: José Paradela Over 0.5 Shots On Target -154

José Paradela (Cruz Azul) is available at -154 to finish with a minimum of one shot on goal. In conclusion, we think that the odds offer plenty of appeal when it comes to betting on Shots on Target.

Latest José Paradela Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+240

First

+650

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-154

Under 0.5

-102

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Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi to Score +480

Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi (Cruz Azul) has scored two goals in his past four Liga MX away matches. It’s worth a gamble on the +480 for him to be Anytime Goalscorer as there’s plenty of juice in these betting odds.

Latest Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+480

First

+1300

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

+175

Under 0.5

-294

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Pachuca 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.

Tight Affair Likely According to the Bookies

The draw is available at +225 if you believe that this Liga MX clash will finish level, with Pachuca at +155 and Cruz Azul chalked up at +165 with the bookmakers to secure a win of their own.

There’s a Draw No Bet market should you wish to have some insurance and Cruz Azul are -112 here. However, if you want to back favourites Pachuca, then -120 is on offer.

There’s a high probability that Over 2.5 Goals will be netted according to the current prices. Punters anticipating that both teams will find the net are able to land -167 for the BTTS Yes option.

No matter what Liga MX match is taking place, you will find hundreds of markets being offered. Peruse the various choices that are presented at the leading football betting sites.

Full-Time Result

1

+155

X

+225

2

+165

Half-Time Result

1

+205

X

+120

2

+210

Double Chance

1X

-250

12

-357

X2

-238

Draw No Bet

1

-120

2

-112

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

+123

2 Hcp +0.25

-152

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-106

Over 2.5

-127

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-167

No

+115

Ángel Sepúlveda Shortest Odds for First Goalscorer

Favourite Ángel Sepúlveda is +450 to be the First Goalscorer, while similar odds apply when it comes to him scoring the last goal.

Ángel Sepúlveda (Cruz Azul)

First

+170

Anytime

+450

José Paradela (Cruz Azul)

First

+240

Anytime

+650

Gabriel Matías Fernández (Cruz Azul)

First

+250

Anytime

+650

Jose Ignacio Rivero (Cruz Azul)

First

+250

Anytime

+650

Gastón Togni (Pachuca)

First

+270

Anytime

+700

Javier López (Pachuca)

First

+310

Anytime

+800

Oussama Idrissi (Pachuca)

First

+360

Anytime

+950

Alexei Dominguez (Pachuca)

First

+370

Anytime

+950

Alán Bautista (Pachuca)

First

+420

Anytime

+1150

Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi (Cruz Azul)

First

+480

Anytime

+1300

Luka Romero (Cruz Azul)

First

+480

Anytime

+1200

Angel Marquez (Cruz Azul)

First

+600

Anytime

+1600

Carlos Rodriguez (Cruz Azul)

First

+650

Anytime

+1700

Pedro Pedraza (Pachuca)

First

+700

Anytime

+1800

Lorenzo Faravelli (Cruz Azul)

First

+700

Anytime

+1800

Amaury García Moreno (Cruz Azul)

First

+700

Anytime

+1800

William Carvalho (Pachuca)

First

+700

Anytime

+1900

Elías Montiel (Pachuca)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Cristian Jiménez (Cruz Azul)

First

+800

Anytime

+2000

Gonzalo Piovi (Cruz Azul)

First

+800

Anytime

+2000

Ángel Sepúlveda (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-233

Under 0.5

+143

Jose Ignacio Rivero (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-208

Under 0.5

+128

Gastón Togni (Pachuca)

Over 0.5

-154

Under 0.5

-112

José Paradela (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-154

Under 0.5

-102

Gabriel Matías Fernández (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-135

Under 0.5

-115

Javier López (Pachuca)

Over 0.5

-109

Under 0.5

-139

Oussama Idrissi (Pachuca)

Over 0.5

+110

Under 0.5

-182

Alexei Dominguez (Pachuca)

Over 0.5

+115

Under 0.5

-179

Alán Bautista (Pachuca)

Over 0.5

+130

Under 0.5

-222

Luka Romero (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+165

Under 0.5

-278

Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+175

Under 0.5

-294

Carlos Rodriguez (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-455

Lorenzo Faravelli (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+240

Under 0.5

-476

Angel Marquez (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+250

Under 0.5

-476

Pedro Pedraza (Pachuca)

Over 0.5

+250

Under 0.5

-500

Amaury García Moreno (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+270

Under 0.5

-556

William Carvalho (Pachuca)

Over 0.5

+270

Under 0.5

-526

Elías Montiel (Pachuca)

Over 0.5

+270

Under 0.5

-526

Gonzalo Piovi (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+290

Under 0.5

-588

Previous Ten Pachuca Home Games Have Led to Six Wins

Pachuca have secured six wins, three draws and one defeat in the last 10 home matches, scoring an average of 1.40 goals per game and conceding 0.60.

Cruz Azul haven’t lost any of their past three away games. Nicolas Larcamon's men have five wins, four draws and one loss in the last 10 away games, scoring an average of 1.60 goals per match and conceding 1.20.

When the sides last met at Estadio Miguel Hidalgo, Cruz Azul beat Pachuca 4-2. The past 7 H2H meetings at Estadio Miguel Hidalgo have involved three wins each and one draw.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Pachuca Home Stats		6-3-1	2.00	1.40	0.60	4	6	4	6
Cruz Azul Away Stats		5-4-1	2.80	1.60	1.20	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

Pachuca vs Cruz Azul Lineups & Team News

Double-check the Tuzos vs Cruz Azul team news before placing your bets. We’ll bring you the expected and confirmed lineups for the Liga MX along with up-to-date injury news.

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