👉 What is the recommended bet for Cruz Azul Puebla?

The prediction and suggested bet for Cruz Azul vs Puebla, on January 18, 2026, are as follows: Cruz Azul to win. This bet is available through various bookmakers.

👉 What stadium will host the Cruz Azul Puebla match?

Cruz Azul vs Puebla on January 18, 2026, will be held in Mexico City, Estadio Azteca.

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Cruz Azul vs Puebla Prediction – Liga MX

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Check out the best predictions for Cruz Azul vs Puebla

Here you will find the best prediction for Cruz Azul vs Puebla in Liga MX, as well as an analysis of the match and betting tips.

Read below our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent performance and key statistics from their last games to offer the best prediction for this match between Cruz Azul and Puebla.

Cruz Azul

January 18, 2026 – 03::00
Liga MX
2025/2026
Clausura – Round 3

Puebla

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Cruz Azul and Puebla

The best prediction for
Cruz Azul vs Puebla in Liga MX is a win for Cruz Azul. The home team is expected to take the initiative and apply pressure early on in the match. Puebla will likely aim for a balanced approach, trying to exploit spaces left by the opponents. The contest promises to be intense, but playing at home could make a significant difference.

Best prediction for Cruz Azul vs Puebla

Cruz Azul to win

Match prediction for Cruz Azul vs Puebla

The teams Cruz Azul and Puebla will clash at Estadio Azteca in a match of the 3rd round of Liga MX. The head-to-head record at this stadium favors the visiting team, which has won 2 and drawn 2 of their last 4 encounters. However, in the last match at this venue on January 25, 2025, they managed only a 1-1 draw. The goals were scored by Lorenzo Faravelli (2′) for Cruz Azul and Emiliano Gómez (15′) for Puebla. The home advantage could play a crucial role this time, as Puebla has shown varying performance levels in home and away games.

Cruz Azul Analysis

Currently in 3rd place, the home team has secured 3 points so far. In the first match, they lost away to León (2-1). In the following round, they bounced back with a home victory against Atléticos (2-0). This team maintains solid performance when playing away, recording 5 wins, 7 draws, and 3 losses in their last 30 away games, compared to 9 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses at home. In the league, Cruz Azul has gained 23 points out of a possible 30, with 7 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their last 10 home matches. Their attack has been consistently effective, scoring in 9 of their last 10 league matches. In 23 games in this competition, they have conceded the first goal 9 times and only managed to turn the score around twice.

After an inconsistent start to the Clausura, Cruz Azul aims to leverage its home advantage to build confidence. They are expected to adopt a more offensive mindset, trying to control the pace of the game from the outset. Consistency in performances is seen as essential at this stage of the competition, as the team knows they must be efficient to confirm their status as favorites. A win could signify the start of a positive streak.

Puebla Analysis

The visiting team currently sits in 11th place, having earned 3 points. They lost their opening match away to Atléticos (1-0) and then secured a home victory against Mazatlán (2-1) in the second round. This team is greatly affected by home advantage, performing better in front of their own fans, as shown by their record of 1 win, 2 draws, and 12 losses in their last 30 away games, netting only 11 goals and conceding 32. At home, they have 4 wins, 2 draws, and 9 losses, scoring 17 goals and conceding 29. In the league, Puebla has only earned 5 points from a possible 30, with 1 win, 2 draws, and 7 losses in their last 10 away games. Their defensive solidity has not been their strong suit, as they have conceded at least one goal in each of their last 10 matches. Nevertheless, their attack has been productive, scoring in 7 of their last 10 league games. In their away matches, there tends to be goals, with 7 out of 10 ending with over 2.5 goals. In 19 matches in this competition, they have conceded the first goal 12 times and managed to reverse the score only once.

Puebla has also had an inconsistent start to the Clausura, with a loss in their opener and a rebound in the following game. When playing away, they are expected to adopt a balanced approach, focusing on defensive solidity. Their goal is to compete equally and exploit any gaps left by the opponent. A point away would be significant for gaining stability. Puebla will look to turn this match into a stepping stone towards greater consistency.