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Liga MXLiga MX· Kick-off : Thursday, October 22, 2026, 04:00 (UK time)

CF Pachuca vs Cruz Azul prediction: correct score and AI tips

Match analysis

Liga MX: the CF Pachuca vs Cruz Azul match is scheduled on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 04:00 (UK time). Venue: Estadio Miguel Hidalgo, Pachuca de Soto. With a 71% win probability, Cruz Azul go in as strong favourites against CF Pachuca (14%), with the draw rated at 15%.

Over their last 5 matches, CF Pachuca have 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat, scoring 10 and conceding 6. Cruz Azul have not won any of their last 5 matches (3 draws, 2 defeats), scoring 6 and conceding 9. Recent momentum is clearly with CF Pachuca. On average CF Pachuca score 2.00 and concede 1.20 goals per game; Cruz Azul score 1.20 and concede 1.80. In the table, CF Pachuca sit 12th with 13 points from 11 games, Cruz Azul 7th with 17 points from 11. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, CF Pachuca have averaged 1.15 xG (expected goals) per match, against 2.87 for Cruz Azul.

In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 1 win for CF Pachuca, 1 for Cruz Azul and 0 draws. The most recent ended Cruz Azul 1-2 CF Pachuca (Apr 5, 2026). In double chance terms, "CF Pachuca or draw" stands at 29%, "Cruz Azul or draw" at 86% and "no draw" at 85%.

Outcome probabilities (1X2)

14%
CF Pachuca (Win)
15%
Draw
71%
Cruz Azul (Win)

Double chance

29%
CF Pachuca or draw
86%
Cruz Azul or draw
85%
No draw

Exact score and goal markets 🔒

The most likely exact score, the top 5 scorelines, expected goals and the both-teams-to-score and over/under probabilities are part of the full prediction. They will be published here as a review once the match is over.

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CF Pachuca

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Cruz Azul

DateOpponentScore
Oct 12, 2026U.N.A.M. - Pumas · Liga MX3-3D
Oct 2, 2026Club America · Club Friendlies0-0D
Sep 26, 2026Toluca · Liga MX3-3D
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Sep 17, 2026Inter Miami · Campeones Cup0-2L

Standings before the match

Pos.PointsPlayed
CF Pachuca121311
Cruz Azul71711

Head-to-head

DateScoreCompetition
Apr 5, 2026Cruz Azul 1-2 CF PachucaLiga MX
Sep 14, 2025CF Pachuca 0-1 Cruz AzulLiga MX

Out and doubtful

CF Pachuca

No absences reported.

Cruz Azul

No absences reported.

Most regular starters

CF Pachuca

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • C. Moreno5/5
  • C. Rivera5/5
  • Eduardo Bauermann5/5
  • F. Venegas5/5
  • S. D. Barreto5/5
  • S. Rodriguez5/5
  • S. Rondon5/5
  • O. Idrissi4/5
  • A. Bautista3/5
  • C. Sanchez3/5
  • Kenedy2/5

Cruz Azul

Starts over the last 4 matches (official line-ups).

  • A. Palavecino4/4
  • C. Rodriguez4/4
  • J. Orozco4/4
  • W. Ditta4/4
  • E. Lira3/4
  • G. Fernandez3/4
  • J. Marquez3/4
  • J. Paradela3/4
  • K. Mier3/4
  • N. Ibanez3/4
  • O. Campos3/4

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CF Pachuca vs Cruz Azul prediction?

Our AI gives CF Pachuca a 14% chance of winning, the draw 15% and Cruz Azul 71%. Cruz Azul are therefore favourites.

When and where is CF Pachuca vs Cruz Azul played?

Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 04:00 (UK time), Liga MX. Venue: Estadio Miguel Hidalgo, Pachuca de Soto.

What form are CF Pachuca and Cruz Azul in?

CF Pachuca: 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (10 scored, 6 conceded). Cruz Azul: 0 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (6 scored, 9 conceded).

What is the head-to-head record between CF Pachuca and Cruz Azul?

In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 1 win for CF Pachuca, 1 for Cruz Azul and 0 draws. The most recent ended Cruz Azul 1-2 CF Pachuca (Apr 5, 2026).

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