Cruz Azul vs Atlas Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 22 Aug 2026

Cruz Azul vs Atlas Predictions

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We can expect to see a strong showing from Atlas +1.25 on the Asian Handicap. Claim a price of -133, with this pick seeing bettors divide their money between +1 and +1.5 for the encounter against Cruz Azul.

Continue reading for our full Cruz Azul vs Atlas betting analysis, outlining the core arguments for our main match prediction, alongside our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.

Cruz Azul vs Atlas Preview

Cruz Azul clash with Atlas at Estadio Banorte, with kick-off set for 20:00 on Saturday 22 August.

Cruz Azul have been beaten in back-to-back Liga MX games. Away from home, they recently suffered a 2-1 loss against Club Tijuana at Estadio Caliente. Joel Huiqui’s team had most of the ball boasting 58% possession and six shots on target, with Nicolas Ibanez being the goalscorer.

Atlas have enjoyed successive Liga MX away victories. Their most recent league match was a 2-1 home win at Estadio Jalisco where they beat Tigres UANL. Los Rojinegros enjoyed 47% possession and three shots on goal, with Manuel Capasso and Luis Esteves on the scoresheet.

1-0 Win for Cruz Azul in Last Head-to-Head

It’s been three victories on the bounce for Cruz Azul when playing Atlas. In their last encounter, hosts Cruz Azul came out with a 1-0 win at Estadio Banorte. The past 10 H2H matches have resulted in four Cruz Azul wins, four draws and two Atlas successes.

Cruz Azul – Last 10 League Games

Cruz Azul have 6 wins, 2 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.8 goals from 9.7 attempts and 6.1 shots on goal. La Máquina Celeste have averaged 46.7% possession and 5.5 corners per game, conceding 1.4 goals and 4.0 corners from 8.3 attempts and 3.5 shots on goal.

Players to Watch

Top goalscorer Christian Ebere has found the net 4 times, Jeremy Marquez 3, with Nicolas Ibanez and two other players on 2. The leading assistors are Carlos Rodriguez and Jose Paradela with 3.

Atlas – Last 10 League Games

Atlas have 5 victories, 3 defeats and 2 draws, averaging 7.5 attempts, 3.2 shots on goal and 1.0 goals. The Guadalajara side average 46.8% possession, 4.0 corners in their favour and 5.6 corners against, while 0.9 goals have been conceded from 4.4 shots on goal and 8.8 attempts.

Players to Watch

Arturo Gonzalez has top scored with 3, while Manuel Capasso and Aldo Rocha are next best on 2. The top assistors in the last 10 games are Arturo Gonzalez, Edgar Zaldivar and Gustavo Ferrareis who have all made 1.

Confirmed Lineups

Cruz Azul confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Kevin Mier (GK), Willer Ditta, Jose Paradela, Jesus Orozco, Jeremy Marquez, Omar Campos, Agustin Palavecino, Andres Montano, Carlos Rodriguez, Nicolas Ibanez, Christian Ebere.

Atlas confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Camilo Vargas (GK), Gaddi Aguirre, Manuel Capasso, Rodrigo Adrian Schlegel, Milton Valenzuela, Edgar Zaldivar, Paulo Ramirez, Duk, Arturo Gonzalez, Luis Esteves, Florian Monzon.

Main Match Prediction

Atlas with a +1.25 goal start look really appealing when it comes to this Liga MX clash. We’re expecting a fine performance from the visitors, with odds of -133 looking attractive.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):

• The +1.25 line has been covered by Atlas in 5 consecutive games on the road.
• The +1.25 line has been covered by Atlas in 9 of their last 10 games.
• The +1.25 line has been covered by Atlas in 16 of their last 20 games.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by Cruz Azul in 10 consecutive games.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by Cruz Azul in 17 of their last 20 games.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by Cruz Azul in 2 consecutive games against Atlas.

The football predictions are generated after consulting the team news for both sides along with the form. We are also able to analyse the latest Liga MX stats which can suggest how the game might unfold.

Atlas +1.25 Probability

The best betting sites make it a 57.1% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, we think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Atlas Asian Hcp +1.25 @ -133

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Published 02:27, 21 August 2026

Player Prop Picks

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Corners Prediction

We’ve seen an average of 4.80 corners for Cruz Azul in their past 5 matches, while the previous five Atlas away games have involved them conceding under 6.5 corners. Let’s stick with this betting trend and back Cruz Azul to go under the Team Corners line at a price of -125.

League Games

Cruz Azul

Total

9.50
5.50
4.00

Home

8.00
5.40
2.60

Away

10.50
5.80
4.70

Atlas

Total

9.60
4.00
5.60

Home

8.60
3.50
5.10

Away

9.30
3.90
5.40

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Cruz Azul Corners

Atlas Corners

Most Corners

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Cruz Azul vs Atlas Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Betting Sites Running Scared of Cruz Azul Victory

The latest Cruz Azul odds are -192 which leads to them being favourites in this Liga MX clash. It’s also implied by the bookmakers that they have a 66% prospect of securing a victory. If you want to wager on the underdog, Atlas have been priced up at +460.

If you want to back the favourites to be ahead by the break, then Cruz Azul are -102 on the Half-Time Result market. Alternatively, Atlas are +420 and the draw is priced at +125.

The odds suggest that Over 2.5 Goals is a strong probability in this exciting contest. The Yes pick in the Both Teams to Score market is considered to be the most likely result and it’s trading at -128.

The top football betting sites definitely give customers lots of choice. When it comes to Liga MX games, choose from hundreds of markets until you find the most attractive odds.

Gabriel Matías Fernández Top of First Goalscorer List

Favourite Gabriel Matías Fernández is priced at +340 to be the first player on the scoresheet, while there’s also the chance to back him to score any time at odds of +120.

Player Goals

Player Shots On Target

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Estadio Banorte

Unbeaten Cruz Azul in Past Four H2H Estadio Banorte Clashes

Stats: Liga MX matches only
Cruz Azul have clocked up five wins, three draws and two defeats in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 1.80 goals per match and conceding 1.10.

Atlas have racked up five wins, four defeats and one draw in the last 10 away matches, scoring an average of 1.00 goals per game and conceding 1.20.

When the sides last met at Estadio Banorte, Cruz Azul beat Atlas 1-0. It’s been five Cruz Azul victories, two draws and two Atlas wins in the previous 9 H2H games at Estadio Banorte.

Cruz Azul Home Stats		5-3-2	2.90	1.80	1.10	7	3	7	3
Atlas Away Stats		5-1-4	2.20	1.00	1.20	3	7	4	6

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Cruz Azul vs Atlas Lineups & Team News

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