Last Updated on February 16, 2024 12:50 pm by Erwin Noguera
This weekend, Liga MX will start the 6th matchday of the Clausura MX 2024, and things continue to be exciting as we keep a triple tie at the top of the scoreboard.
Now we are looking at the clash featuring Santos Laguna, who is placed 13th on the table after a run of one draw, a single victory, and three losses in what has been a disastrous start to the campaign.
Their opponents for this Sunday’s match are the 5th-placed Pumas, who are looking to break into the triple draw at the top of the Liga MX.
When:
Sunday, February 18th at 7:05 p.m. ET at the Estadio Olimpico Universitario
Moneyline odds:
Pumas 1.88
Santos 3.72
Draw Offs:
3.78
Where Can I Watch?
TUDN USA
Why Bet on Pumas?
Pumas have evaded the loss in the last five matches, enough to keep them near the top of the standings, just two points shy from the mentioned triple tie. In their previous game, they got a point from a tight match visiting Atlas, but it was valuable considering the red card for Gil Alcalá towards the end of the duel. Before that, they gave a categorical beating to Puebla by 3-0 with goals from Ávila (x2) and Martínez.
When it comes to injuries and absences, the Felines will only have the loss of Rogelio Funes Mori, their luxury reinforcement for this Clausura MX 2024. Due to this, the elements that form the attack will likely be Salvio, Huerta, Quispe, and the Mexican Guillermo Martínez.
They have a solid project going forward.
Why Bet on Santos?
Santos has a solitary win in the last five Liga MX games, precisely against Puebla by 3-0, sandwiched between losses. The last one was 0-3 locals against Tigres when goals from the ex-Lagunero Brunetta and Ibañez sealed the deal for the visitors. Now they should visit another feline team in good form, and the omens are not good.
Unlike what happens with their rivals for this Sunday clash, it is worth mentioning that the Comarca will not have significant casualties due to injuries or sanctions, which is why its pillars, such as Acevedo, Doria, Aquino, and Preciado, will surely be starters.
However, the team doesn’t seem to be working out in any way without its midfield start, and Preciado is not capable of carrying them alone.
Final Betting Analysis: Pumas vs. Santos
Although Santos Laguna’s momentum in the current tournament is quite bad, the numbers aren’t as big in favor of Pumas as a clear favorite, which means that, for anyone who places a bet, this should be a good time to get some cash.
The Laguneros are only able to score now and then, while Pumas has been an oiled offensive machine, the third-best in the Liga MX. We believe that the trend will continue with a 3-1 victory for the locals.
Go for a victory for the felines at 1.88. If you bet $100 at such odds, you could get $88 for a total payout of $188.
Pumas vs. Santos Betting Pick: Pumas UNAM
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