Pumas UNAM vs CF Cruz Azul Prediction & Picks - Liga MX
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The Liga MX Matchday 11 main event will feature a new clash between Pumas UNAM and Cruz Azul, teams whose rivalry has grown in recent years after spectacular playoff runs, including last season's finale. In this regard, Cruz Azul is considered the favorite to win; however, Pumas is expected to play its best to keep competing for playoff spots.
Despite that expectation, Pumas UNAM is on a three-game winless streak in Liga MX, so a media campaign against Esteban Solari has already begun to put pressure on the head coach. With that in mind, motivating his players will be key to securing a positive outcome in this home game, especially those who were involved in last season's runner-up campaign, like Adalberto Carrasquilla, Keylor Navas, and Nathan Silva.
Meanwhile, Cruz Azul is at high risk of falling out of playoff contention after failing to win its last two games. In this regard, it’s undeniable that this team shockingly lost its way after its 4-3 victory over América. This outcome left a bad taste defensively and became a “plague” in high-tier games against Inter Miami, Monterrey, and Toluca.
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Pumas UNAM vs CF Cruz Azul Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7
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16 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 4 | +1 |
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13
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12 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | -2 |
Pumas UNAM and CF Cruz Azul Latest Matches
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 27, 2026 - Liga MX
Sep 19, 2026 - Liga MX
Sep 13, 2026 - Liga MX
Sep 10, 2026 - Liga MX
Aug 28, 2026 - Liga MX
Aug 23, 2026 - Liga MX
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 27, 2026 - Liga MX
Sep 10, 2026 - Liga MX
Aug 23, 2026 - Liga MX
Aug 16, 2026 - Liga MX
Jul 18, 2026 - Liga MX
Jul 12, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 19, 2026 - Liga MX
Sep 13, 2026 - Liga MX
Aug 28, 2026 - Liga MX
Aug 11, 2026 - Leagues Cup
Aug 7, 2026 - Leagues Cup
Aug 4, 2026 - Leagues Cup
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 1, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Sep 26, 2026 - Liga MX
Sep 19, 2026 - Liga MX
Sep 16, 2026 - Campeones Cup
Sep 12, 2026 - Liga MX
Sep 6, 2026 - Liga MX
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 26, 2026 - Liga MX
Sep 12, 2026 - Liga MX
Sep 6, 2026 - Liga MX
Aug 22, 2026 - Liga MX
Aug 13, 2026 - Leagues Cup
Aug 9, 2026 - Leagues Cup
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 1, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Sep 19, 2026 - Liga MX
Sep 16, 2026 - Campeones Cup
Aug 28, 2026 - Liga MX
Aug 16, 2026 - Liga MX
Jul 25, 2026 - Trofeo de Campeon de Campeones
Pumas UNAM against CF Cruz Azul : Head to Head (H2H)
17 %
33 %
50 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
May 24, 2026 - Liga MX
May 21, 2026 - Liga MX
Mar 14, 2026 - Liga MX
Nov 8, 2025 - Liga MX
Apr 5, 2025 - Liga MX
Oct 26, 2024 - Liga MX
Missing players
A. Angulo
MidfielderF. Cordova
ForwardJ. Macias
A. Morales Rosas
Most goals and assists
Pumas UNAM
CF Cruz Azul
Juninho
(5 Goals)
N. Ibanez
(4 Goals)
, 
G. Fernandez
(4 Goals)
R. Morales
(3 Assists)
C. Rodriguez
(5 Assists)
,
J. Paradela
(5 Assists)
Pumas UNAM and CF Cruz Azul Stats in Liga MX
Pumas UNAM - CF Cruz Azul Key Points
- Pumas UNAM scored two or more goals in its last two home games, but it managed only one win.
- Cruz Azul couldn’t score in its last two road games, but it’s undeniable that Olímpico Universitario Stadium feels like home for this team.
- Pumas UNAM has gone seven games without a home win against Cruz Azul; they've scored more than 1 goal in only one of them.
- Cruz Azul scored two goals in its last four road meetings against Pumas UNAM, but it couldn’t maintain a clean sheet in its last two games.
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Our Pumas UNAM vs CF Cruz Azul Prediction
Given these facts, this game could become one of the dirtiest in Matchday 11 because of the strong rivalry between the teams. Although Cruz Azul has led in their playoff meetings, Pumas usually gets better results in their regular-season clashes.
In conclusion, Cruz Azul should approach this game with strong motivation for victory given their current negative momentum; nevertheless, players like Gonzalo Piovi and Willer Ditta are expected to return to their best form and improve Cruz Azul’s chances of winning. Therefore, the pick for Pumas UNAM – CF Cruz Azul is: 1st Half – Pumas UNAM!
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