Last Updated on April 26, 2023 2:25 pm by Erwin Noguera
Liga MX reaches its last matchday of the 2023 Clausura tournament, and the teams are ready to fight for the three points to improve their positions in the table and thus qualify for the Liguilla.
The top of the table is on fire, as a direct place in the tournament’s next stage is still up for grabs. América, Guadalajara, Toluca, Pachuca, and Leon are battling for the three remaining places that give them a direct ticket to the Liguilla. On the other hand, Monterrey managed to secure first place in the table after a win on matchday 16.
In the middle of the table, there is a very good fight for the teams that will play in the playoffs. Only Necaxa and Mazatlán are eliminated from the 18 teams in Liga MX. Therefore, the fight to enter the playoffs will undoubtedly be defined on this last matchday of the regular season.
One of the most interesting games we will have in this 17th round of Liga MX will be between Cruz Azul and Santos Laguna.
When:
Saturday, Abril 29 at 11:05 pm ET at Estadio Azteca
Moneyline odds:
Cruz Azul +114
Santos +232
Draw Offs:
+255
Where Can I Watch?
Fox Sports and Fanatiz
Why Bet on Cruz Azul?
Cruz Azul has had an up-and-down season in the 2023 Clausura. However, thanks to a good run between the first part of the season and the beginning of the second, they managed to consolidate their position in the middle of the table. At the same time, the team cannot be confident for this last game of the regular season, as a loss could make them drop several positions.
La Maquina is in eighth place in the standings with 21 points, only three points ahead of San Luis in 13th place. While it is very difficult for something pretty bad to happen, Cruz Azul must secure a at least point in this match to be quiet.
They into this matchday after two consecutive defeats, the last one against Chivas Guadalajara, with a score of 1-2.
Why Bet on Santos Laguna?
Santos Laguna, meanwhile, is in a more complex situation than Cruz Azul. While a draw is enough for the team from the Mexican capital to secure their place in the playoffs, it is not enough for Santos Laguna.
Los Laguneros currently occupy 11th place in the table with 19 points, just three points ahead of Tijuana in 15th place. We mean that Santos must go for the kill or die in this match, as any of the three teams outside the TOP 12 could displace them in the standings if they lose to Cruz Azul.
The Clausura 2023 tournament has been an absolute nightmare for them, especially for their defense. In 16 games played, the team has conceded as many as 34 goals. This figure is surpassed only by Mazatlán, at the bottom of the table. In addition, Santos has just lost to Querétaro, with a score of 0-2.
Final Betting Analysis: Cruz Azul vs. Santos Laguna
Santos and Cruz Azul need a win on this final matchday to secure their place in the playoffs, so both will leave sweat and tears on the field to take the three points.
At MyBookie.ag, we can see that there is a Moneyline that favors Cruz Azul at +114, while Santos Laguna starts at +232.
Cruz Azul must make its home field respected against Santos Laguna, which has had many defensive problems in the tournament. However, Santos has not shown great offensive ability, so this will likely be a low-scoring game.
That said, we expect Cruz Azul to be able to pull out all the stops at home to take all three points, so our prediction is a 1-0 win for the home side.
Look for a straight win on the Moneyline Cruz Azul. For example, if you put $100 on Cruz Azul at +114, you’ll see a $114 win with a total payout of $214.
Cruz Azul vs. Santos Laguna Betting Pick: Cruz Azul
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