Liga MX· Apertura - 5· Estadio Banorte
Cruz Azul
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Cruz Azul vs Atlas Prediction & Betting Tips
Sunday, 23 August 2026 · Kick-off
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More Cruz Azul vs Atlas tips
| Selection | Probability | Fair odds | Best odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH2 +1.5Atlas +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 88% | 1.13 | - |
| X2Atlas or Draw | 77% | 1.30 | - |
| AH1 +1.5Cruz Azul +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 70% | 1.43 | - |
| O2.5Over 2.5 goals | 66% | 1.51 | - |
| BTTS YesBoth teams to score | 65% | 1.54 | - |
| 1XCruz Azul or Draw | 61% | 1.65 | - |
| U3.5Under 3.5 goals | 56% | 1.79 | - |
| O3.5Over 3.5 goals | 44% | 2.26 | - |
| 2Atlas to win | 39% | 2.54 | - |
| XDraw | 38% | 2.65 | - |
| BTTS NoBoth teams NOT to score | 35% | 2.86 | - |
| U2.5Under 2.5 goals | 34% | 2.94 | - |
| AH2 -1.5Atlas -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 30% | 3.30 | - |
| 1Cruz Azul to win | 23% | 4.39 | - |
| AH1 -1.5Cruz Azul -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 12% | 8.67 | - |
Cruz Azul vs Atlas preview & analysis
Match preview
Cruz Azul host Atlas in the Liga MX (Apertura - 5) at Estadio Banorte on Sunday, 23 August 2026, with kick-off at 03:00 UTC. Here's our full prediction, built from bookmaker prices, current form and head-to-head data.
Head to head
In the last 6 meetings between these sides, Cruz Azul have won 3, Atlas have won 0 and 3 ended level. Those games averaged 3.3 goals, and both teams scored in 4 of them.
What the numbers say
Our model makes Atlas narrow favourites: Cruz Azul 23%, draw 38%, Atlas 39%. We expect around 3.4 goals (1.4 - 2.0 in expected goals), with 66% for over 2.5 and 65% for both teams to score.
Head to head
Liga MX table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Club America | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | +11 | 21 |
| 2 |  Toluca | 11 | 6 | 2 | 3 | +10 | 20 |
| 3 |  Club Queretaro | 10 | 6 | 2 | 2 | +7 | 20 |
| 4 |  Guadalajara Chivas | 11 | 5 | 4 | 2 | +7 | 19 |
| 5 |  Club Leon | 11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | +3 | 18 |
| 6 | Atlas | 11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | -1 | 18 |
| 7 | Cruz Azul | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | +1 | 17 |
| 8 |  Club Tijuana | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | +1 | 15 |
| 9 |  Puebla | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 15 |
| 10 |  Monterrey | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | +2 | 14 |
| 11 |  CF Pachuca | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | +4 | 13 |
| 12 |  U.N.A.M. - Pumas | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | -2 | 13 |
| 13 |  Tigres UANL | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | -2 | 13 |
| 14 |  Santos Laguna | 11 | 4 | 1 | 6 | -4 | 13 |
| 15 |  Atletico San Luis | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | -5 | 12 |
| 16 |  Atlante FC | 11 | 2 | 5 | 4 | -5 | 11 |
| 17 |  Necaxa | 11 | 2 | 3 | 6 | -8 | 9 |
| 18 |  FC Juarez | 11 | 1 | 1 | 9 | -18 | 4 |
Cruz Azul vs Atlas: FAQ
Who is the favourite to win Cruz Azul vs Atlas?
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Atlas are favourites. Our model gives Cruz Azul a 23% chance of winning, Atlas 39%, and the draw 38%.
Will both teams score in Cruz Azul vs Atlas?
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We rate both teams to score at 65%, so BTTS Yes is likely.
When does Cruz Azul vs Atlas kick off?
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Cruz Azul vs Atlas kicks off at 03:00 UTC on Sunday, 23 August 2026 at Estadio Banorte, Mexico City.
