Tigres vs Cruz Azul Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 04 Oct 2025

Liga MX Betting Preview: Tigres vs Cruz Azul

Tigres host Cruz Azul in this Liga MX meeting at El Volcán, with kick-off set for 21:00 on Saturday 4 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

It could be beneficial to back Tigres when they clash with Cruz Azul. There’s loads of value in the +112 that the home team get the job done and we’re therefore going to play the Full-Time Result market.

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Tigres UANL have been handed back-to-back league losses. Their last Liga MX game saw them land a 2-0 road victory over Querétaro at Estadio La Corregidora. The Monterrey club had a remarkable 75% of possession and recorded seven shots on target, with Juan Brunetta and Marcelo Flores each scoring one goal.

Cruz Azul suffered a defeat in their previous game. A 2-0 scoreline occurred on the road at Estadio Caliente against Club Tijuana. Nicolas Larcamon's side finished with just 38% possession and had three shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cruz Azul claimed victory in the previous meeting between these teams. A 1-0 CONCACAF Champions Cup home win was registered against Tigres at Estadio Azteca. The teams have four wins apiece along with two draws in the previous 10 H2H meetings.

Liga MX		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Tigres	17	10	6	1	35	16	19	35:16	36
3	Cruz Azul	17	10	5	2	32	20	12	32:20	35

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5 wins, 1 loss and 4 draws, averaging 2.0 goals from 5.8 shots on goal and 10.7 attempts. Tigres UANL have had 57.2% possession and 6.4 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 0.9 goals from 2.2 shots on goal and 6.4 attempts, while being awarded 3.8 corners.

Angel Correa is the top scorer with 4 goals, while Juan Brunetta, Jonathan Herrera and Nicolas Ibanez each have 3. Leading assistor is Diego Lainez with 3.

Cruz Azul have 7 victories, 1 defeat and 2 draws, averaging 6.2 shots on goal, 12.8 attempts and 2.1 goals. The Mexico City outfit average 56.6% possession, 6.8 corners taken and 3.5 corners against them, while 1.4 goals have been conceded from 7.0 attempts and 3.2 shots on goal.

Angel Sepulveda has recorded 5 goals, Gabriel Fernandez 4, with Jose Paradela and Carlos Rodriguez both managing 3. Look no further than Jose Paradela for the top assist maker (4) in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Tigres confirmed lineup (4-1-4-1): Nahuel Guzman (GK), Javier Aquino, Joaquim, Jesus Angulo, Marco Farfan, Romulo, Diego Lainez, Fernando Gorriaran, Juan Brunetta, Jonathan Herrera, Angel Correa.

Cruz Azul confirmed lineup (3-2-4-1): Kevin Mier (GK), Willer Ditta, Erik Lira, Gonzalo Piovi, Jorge Sanchez, Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi, Jose Paradela, Carlos Rodriguez, Lorenzo Faravelli, Luka Romero, Gabriel Fernandez.

Tigres vs Cruz Azul Prediction & Betting Tips

From our main match prediction to correct score advice, must-watch player props and a custom bet builder — this Tigres vs Cruz Azul betting preview covers it all.

Match Prediction

There’s every chance that Tigres can get the upper hand in this Liga MX game and we’ll therefore back the hosts to claim a victory. The match winner odds of +112 look too good to resist.

When it comes to making our expert football predictions, it’s important to study team news and observe the latest form. There are lots of Liga MX stats that can also help to shape our picks.

Key Tigres vs Cruz Azul league stats:

• Tigres have won 14 of their last 20 games at home.
• Tigres have won 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• Tigres have won 2 consecutive games.

According to the latest odds, there’s a 47.2% likelihood of our pick winning. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 50-55% taking all factors into consideration. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.

There are lots of ways to get with Tigres beyond the match winner market. This includes backing them to be leading at half-time and full-time and on the Asian Handicap.

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Our Match Prediction

Tigres To Win @ +112 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Tigres 1 - 0 Cruz Azul

Our correct score prediction is a 1-0 win for Tigres which is available at odds of +750. We think they’ll achieve victory and this is a way of getting bigger odds and more excitement.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: José Paradela Over 0.5 Shots On Target -143

José Paradela (Cruz Azul) is available at -143 to finish with one or more shots on goal. Those wanting to back him should certainly look at the Shots on Target betting odds available.

Latest José Paradela Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+270

First

+750

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-154

Under 0.5

-102

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Juan Brunetta to Score +320

Juan Brunetta (Tigres) has netted two goals in his past five Liga MX home games. Based on the numbers, we are looking to bet the +320 for him to find the net on the Anytime Goalscorer market.

Latest Juan Brunetta Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+320

First

+850

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-105

Under 0.5

-143

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Tigres 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.

Tigres UANL are the +114 favourites on the Full-Time Result. That means a 47% chance of winning this Liga MX encounter according to the latest betting odds. For those wanting to back Cruz Azul, you will find +200 about this outsider.

If you think that Tigres are able to beat Cruz Azul, then the -111 could be the option for you on the Asian Handicap -0.25. Built into this bet is the half stake refund should the scoreline end level.

If you want to bet on three goals or more, then Over 2.5 is the shortest odds. BTTS Yes is on offer at -167 for anyone who wants to side with Both Teams to Score.

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Full-Time Result

1

+114

X

+260

2

+200

Half-Time Result

1

+165

X

+128

2

+235

Double Chance

1X

-313

12

-435

X2

-167

Draw No Bet

1

-167

2

+120

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-111

2 Hcp +0.25

-111

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+104

Over 2.5

-141

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-167

No

+116

There’s the chance to back Ángel Correa at +400 to be the First Goalscorer, with the favourite on this market available at similar odds to find the net last.

Ángel Correa (Tigres)

First

+155

Anytime

+400

Ángel Sepúlveda (Cruz Azul)

First

+185

Anytime

+500

Andre-Pierre Gignac (Tigres)

First

+220

Anytime

+575

Nicolás Ibañez (Tigres)

First

+240

Anytime

+650

Gabriel Matías Fernández (Cruz Azul)

First

+270

Anytime

+650

Jose Ignacio Rivero (Cruz Azul)

First

+270

Anytime

+700

José Paradela (Cruz Azul)

First

+270

Anytime

+750

Edgar López (Tigres)

First

+290

Anytime

+800

Juan Brunetta (Tigres)

First

+320

Anytime

+850

Uriel Antuna (Tigres)

First

+370

Anytime

+1100

Ozziel Herrera (Tigres)

First

+450

Anytime

+1200

Diego Sanchez (Tigres)

First

+475

Anytime

+1200

Juan Pablo Vigón (Tigres)

First

+475

Anytime

+1300

Diego Lainez (Tigres)

First

+500

Anytime

+1400

Marcelo Flores (Tigres)

First

+500

Anytime

+1300

Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi (Cruz Azul)

First

+525

Anytime

+1400

Luka Romero (Cruz Azul)

First

+550

Anytime

+1300

Jesus Garza (Tigres)

First

+650

Anytime

+1600

Sebastian Cordova (Tigres)

First

+650

Anytime

+1700

Angel Marquez (Cruz Azul)

First

+650

Anytime

+1700

Carlos Rodriguez (Cruz Azul)

First

+700

Anytime

+1800

Fernando Gorriarán (Tigres)

First

+700

Anytime

+1800

Lorenzo Faravelli (Cruz Azul)

First

+750

Anytime

+1800

Amaury García Moreno (Cruz Azul)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Juan José Purata (Tigres)

First

+800

Anytime

+2200

Gonzalo Piovi (Cruz Azul)

First

+850

Anytime

+2200

Cristian Jiménez (Cruz Azul)

First

+850

Anytime

+2200

Ángel Sepúlveda (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-294

Under 0.5

+155

Andre-Pierre Gignac (Tigres)

Over 0.5

-192

Under 0.5

+123

Nicolás Ibañez (Tigres)

Over 0.5

-164

Under 0.5

+105

Jose Ignacio Rivero (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-161

Under 0.5

+102

José Paradela (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-154

Under 0.5

-102

Gabriel Matías Fernández (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-152

Under 0.5

-115

Edgar López (Tigres)

Over 0.5

-127

Under 0.5

-123

Ángel Correa (Tigres)

Over 1.5

-109

Under 1.5

-147

Juan Brunetta (Tigres)

Over 0.5

-105

Under 0.5

-143

Uriel Antuna (Tigres)

Over 0.5

+115

Under 0.5

-182

Ozziel Herrera (Tigres)

Over 0.5

+140

Under 0.5

-222

Marcelo Flores (Tigres)

Over 0.5

+160

Under 0.5

-263

Luka Romero (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+163

Under 0.5

-270

Diego Sanchez (Tigres)

Over 0.5

+165

Under 0.5

-270

Juan Pablo Vigón (Tigres)

Over 0.5

+165

Under 0.5

-278

Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+165

Under 0.5

-270

Diego Lainez (Tigres)

Over 0.5

+175

Under 0.5

-294

Sebastian Cordova (Tigres)

Over 0.5

+195

Under 0.5

-345

Jesus Garza (Tigres)

Over 0.5

+205

Under 0.5

-370

Angel Marquez (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-417

Carlos Rodriguez (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-417

Fernando Gorriarán (Tigres)

Over 0.5

+235

Under 0.5

-435

Lorenzo Faravelli (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+240

Under 0.5

-455

Gonzalo Piovi (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+285

Under 0.5

-588

Juan José Purata (Tigres)

Over 0.5

+300

Under 0.5

-625

Cristian Jiménez (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+310

Under 0.5

-667

Tigres have five wins, four draws and one loss in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 1.90 goals per match and conceding 0.90.

Cruz Azul have collected five wins, three draws and two defeats in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 1.50 goals per match and conceding 1.30.

When the sides last met at El Volcán, Tigres drew 1-1 with Cruz Azul. There have been five Cruz Azul victories, three draws and two Tigres wins in the previous 10 H2H meetings at El Volcán.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Tigres Home Stats		5-4-1	2.80	1.90	0.90	5	5	6	4
Cruz Azul Away Stats		5-3-2	2.80	1.50	1.30	6	4	6	4

• 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

Tigres vs Cruz Azul Lineups & Team News

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