Cruz Azul claimed a convincing 3-1 win at Club Necaxa in the Primera Division Apertura, with a dominant attacking display taking the game away from the hosts inside the opening hour. Three goals from open play put them in complete control before a late Necaxa consolation.
7.8Willer DittaCruz Azul · Defender1 goal · 2 shots · 0.21 xGClub Necaxa 1:3 Cruz Azul — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half0 - 1
- 43(Foul)
Second half1 - 2
- 54
- 59(Foul)
- 67(Foul)
- 84
- 90 + 4(Foul)
- 90 + 4(Dissent)
Live Prediction
Cruz Azul to winWon1.29
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WonQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Club Necaxa vs Cruz Azul?
Club Necaxa 1-3 Cruz Azul (Primera Division, Apertura).
Who scored?
Jeremy Márquez (23', assist Carlos Rodríguez) for Cruz Azul; Nicolás Ibáñez (46', assist Carlos Rodríguez) for Cruz Azul; Willer Ditta (53', assist José Paradela) for Cruz Azul; Miguel Rodriguez (83', assist Pedro Pedraza) for Club Necaxa.
Was Cruz Azul's win deserved?
Yes — Cruz Azul were on top for most of the match.
Were there any cards in Club Necaxa vs Cruz Azul?
Yellow cards: Danny Leyva (Club Necaxa); Willer Ditta (Cruz Azul); Amaury Garcia Moreno (Cruz Azul); Javier Ruiz (Club Necaxa); Miguel Rodriguez (Club Necaxa).
Standings
Club Necaxa – Cruz Azul
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Head to Head meetings
Club Necaxa – Cruz Azul
Club Necaxa
Cruz Azul
- 4
Victories
- 3
Draws
- 11
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  4 | 11  |
Scored goals | 15 | 30 |
Average per game | 0.83 | 1.67 |
The biggest victory | 2-0 | 1-4 |
Club Necaxa
Cruz Azul
Best statistical picks
Club Necaxa – Cruz Azul
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5
Both teams scored in 7 of the last 8 matches
Corners over the last 10 matches favour Under 8.5
Cards over the last 10 matches favour Under 5.5
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Ask the AI bot about this matchOdds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.70 | 3.60 | 1.96 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul own this fixture — nine wins in 15 meetings, including a 4-1 win in April — and still carry a 64% lean despite a three-match losing streak. Necaxa, with one win in five and inferior recent form, are the weaker side.
Away win — Cruz Azul1.96
High confidence64%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
38.9
57.4
CheckSkill
53.1
58.1
CheckMental
31.8
69
CheckLive total43.9 vs 60+16.1
More match signals
Cruz Azul (DNB)79%1.44
Over 2.572%1.70
Cruz Azul (−1)76%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win between Necaxa and Cruz Azul?
Cruz Azul are the pick and the stronger side, with nine wins in 15 meetings against Necaxa and only three defeats. Necaxa have won one of their last five and look short of the level needed to end that head-to-head dominance.
Are Cruz Azul still favourites after three straight losses?
Cruz Azul remain the pick even after three straight losses; their form numbers are superior and the head-to-head is 9-3 in their favour. Necaxa, one point above in the table, have won only one of their last five.
Will both teams score in the Necaxa vs Cruz Azul match?
Yes — both teams scored in four of the last five meetings, and the fixture averages 2.7 goals. With the away side averaging 1.9 goals in this rivalry, another open match is likely.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.70 | 3.60 | 1.96 |