Our Cruz Azul vs Atlas Prediction: 3-1
Cruz Azul vs Atlas in the Mexico Liga MX is scheduled for an 03:00 GMT kick-off on Wednesday January 14, 2026. A 3-1 result in favor of the hosts is our top pick, yet with both sides creating chances, over 2.5 goals remains an appealing option.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Recent Form Insights
Cruz Azul's Last Match – Leon vs Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul will hope to recover from their recent 1-2 Mexico Liga MX setback against Leon on January 11. In that match, Cruz Azul had 55% possession and 13 attempts at goal, with 7 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Leon | 45% | 7 (6) | 0.62 | 19 |
 Cruz Azul | 55% | 13 (7) | 1.68 | 51 |
Atlas's Last Match – Atlas vs Puebla
Determined to maintain their recent success, Atlas must win following their 1-0 Mexico Liga MX victory against Puebla on January 10. In that match, Atlas recorded 42% possession, firing 6 shots at goal, with 3 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Atlas | 42% | 6 (3) | 1.88 | 29 |
 Puebla | 58% | 12 (6) | 1.53 | 59 |
Cruz Azul vs Atlas Stats
Key Stats
| Cruz Azul | Atlas | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.36 | Attacking Strength | 0.89 |
| 1.14 | Defence Strength | 1.24 |
| 1.2 | Points Per Game | 1.4 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 4/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 4/10 |
| 1.5 | Average Scored | 1.1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cruz Azul are averaging 1.5 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match, while Atlas average 1.1 scored and 1.3 conceded per game.
Cruz Azul 15-13
Atlas 11-13
What are the odds for this match?
Cruz Azul to win: @1.4
Draw: @4.5
Atlas to win: @8.5
Lineups
Cruz Azul (3-4-2-1) : Andres Gudino, Willer Ditta, Erik Lira, Gonzalo Piovi, Jorge Sanchez, Jeremy Marquez, Agustin Palavecino, Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi, Jose Paradela, Carlos Rodriguez, Gabriel Fernandez
Atlas (3-4-2-1) : Camilo Vargas, Gustavo Ferrareis, Gaddi Aguirre, Rodrigo Schlegel, Manuel Capasso, Jorge Rodriguez, Diego Gonzalez, Paulo Ramirez, Aldo Rocha, Mateo Garcia, Uros Djurdjevic
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