Last Updated on February 19, 2024 3:24 pm by Erwin Noguera
The Clausura 2024 of Liga MX continues its course this week, and with a few days of rest, we will have the emotions of some games of the 9th matchday.
As usual, the FMF tends to advance encounters from some rounds, simply because of some of the teams’ commitments. On this occasion, we have 5 Matchday 9 games being played during the week, just before Matchday 8 takes place this weekend.
Now, after the weekend’s matches, we have Cruz Azul storming the first place in the table, while Pumas joined the party at the top of the standings. Meanwhile, Monterrey, Pachuca, América, and Tigres are close behind, waiting for any chance to return to the top of the table.
It has been many years since we had such an exciting and balanced tournament, so we have a sample that Liga MX teams are in great shape.
Now, one of the games of matchday 9 that will be played during the week will be between Toluca and Santos Laguna.
When and Where?
Wednesday, February 21, 8:00 pm ET at the Estadio Nemesio Diez
Moneyline odds:
Toluca 1.767
Santos Laguna 3.86
Draw Offs:
3.89
Where Can I Watch it?
ViX
Why Bet on Toluca?
Toluca has not had the dream start to the tournament, as they are currently in 9th place in the standings with a balance of two wins, four draws, and one loss. However, given how tight the table is in all zones, a winning streak could send the team into the upper zone of the table.
Los Diablos Rojos have shown a spectacular offense throughout these first seven games, as they are, along with Pachuca, the teams that have scored the most goals with 16. However, it is also fair to mention that the 11 goals they have conceded have prevented the team from staying on a positive trend.
Toluca has drawn its two most recent matches, the last against Monterrey with a 0-0 score.
Why Bet on Santos Laguna?
On the other hand, we have Santos Laguna, one of the teams that started this Clausura 2024 in the worst possible way. After seven games, Santos is in the penultimate place in the standings, with a terrible record of one win, one draw, and five defeats.
Los Laguneros have scored only 5 goals, while conceding as many as 15, showing just how flimsy the team’s defense is.
The tournament is reaching its halfway point, so the time to improve is running out, and the team’s chances of reaching the postseason in good form are slimer every week.
Los Guerreros come into this matchday after a terrible defeat against Pumas by 0-3.
Final Betting Analysis: Toluca vs. Santos Laguna
In the last 20 matches between these two teams, Toluca leads the series with nine wins. On the other hand, Santos has accumulated six triumphs, while five games have ended in a draw. However, Santos defeated Toluca in the duel played on November 6, 2023, with a score of 3-1.
At Gambyl Exchange, we can see that there is a Moneyline that favors Toluca at 1.767, while Santos Laguna starts at 3.86.
It would be an overstatement to say that the Laguneros have been terrible visitors, as the team has been bad overall. In a difficult stadium like the Nemesio Diez, they’ll have a nightmarish time trying to keep things tight at the back to prevent a disaster and will lose 3-1.
Look for a win at Toluca’s Moneyline. For example, if you put $100 on them at 1.767, you’ll see a $76.70 win with a total payout of $176.70.
Toluca vs. Santos Laguna Betting Pick: Toluca
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