Last Updated on April 16, 2024 6:17 pm by Erwin Noguera
The end of the Liga MX Clausura first round is near, and Club América, which has already qualified for the next phase, will visit a team in need of points, Pumas, on a new edition of the Clásico Capitalino.
On the previous weekend, the Águilas showed their hierarchy and defeated Toluca 5-1, who came in as tournament leaders.
The felines confirmed that they are improving their level by beating León 1-0, with a goal by Peruvian midfielder Piero Quispe.
When and Where?
Saturday, April 20, 11:10 pm ET at the Estadio Olimpico Universitario
Moneyline odds:
Pumas UNAM +192
Club América +125
Draw Offs :
+260
Where can I watch it?
TUDN
Why Bet on Pumas?
Pumas had a terrible start to the year in this 2024 but has gradually found consistency in its performance to get into the Play-In. However, the objective is to continue climbing and finish in the top six.
In their last match, they beat León 1-0, thanks to a goal scored by Peruvian midfielder Piero Quispe in the 68th minute. With this conversion, the Universitario is in ninth position with 23 points, qualifying for the Play-In. However, the advantage over the team in 11th place is only 3 points.
Pumas has accumulated three matches without losing, tying with Cruz Azul and beating Mazatlán and León. What is most interesting is that in this period of games, they have not allowed a goal and have scored five. The team’s best scorer is Guillermo Martínez, with five goals, although he has four games without scoring.
Another fact in Pumas’ favor is that it is a good home club, with 18 points out of a possible 24. It is undefeated in that condition.
Coach Gustavo Lema has all his players available to face this match in front of his fans.
Why Bet on Club América?
América is the all-powerful team in Mexican soccer. Not only are they aiming to be two-time champions of Liga MX, but also to win the CONCACAF Champions Cup.
The Águilas are coming from a feast against Toluca, an opponent they defeated 5-1, thanks to braces by Diego Valdés and Julián Quiñones, plus another goal by Henry Martín. The team from the capital was a steamroller and usurped the leadership of this rival, reaching 32 points. So far, América has only lost one game out of 15, winning nine and drawing five.
They have scored 27 goals, the third-best offense in the Mexican tournament, but their most important characteristic is their defensive work, as they have only conceded nine times.
The Azulcremas have already qualified for the quarterfinals of the Liga MX since there are two games left, and the most they can go down is fifth place. It is the best away team in the championship, with 15 points in eight games.
André Jardine’s coaching staff is awaiting the return of Ilian Hernández for this game.
Final Betting Analysis: Pumas vs. Club América
The last meeting between these two teams took place in September 2023 at the Azteca stadium, and the victory was for the Águilas by 1-0, with a goal by Jonathan Rodríguez. Meanwhile, the last time Pumas was at home, it was a goalless draw.
América has four undefeated games against this rival, and the last time they lost was in the playoffs of the Apertura 2021 (1-3). However, the felines have not won at home since 2019 (1-0).
The numbers at Gambyl Exchange have América as the favorite. The Moneyline for them shows 2.25, while Pumas has 2.924, and the draw is at 3.6.
Although Pumas have been picking up points in recent games, it is clear that América is the more powerful team and will never want to lose a derby, so they will take the win by 0-2.
Go for a win for América. If you bet $100 at 2.25, you will gain $125 for a total payout of $225.
Pumas vs. Club América Betting Pick: América
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