Cruz Azul vs Puebla

Mexico, Liga MX - Clausura, Round 3
Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul
Ended
1
-
0
18/01
Puebla
Puebla

Official Highlights

Match Events

All
Top
Commentary
End of 90 Minutes
1 - 0
José Paradela
José Paradela
(Gabriel Fernandez)
Field Goal
78'
Halftime
0 - 0
11'
Red Card
Fernando Monárrez
Fernando Monárrez
Commentary
+9'
90
End of 90 Minutes 1-0
+8'
90
Foul by Amaury Morales (Cruz Azul).
+8'
90
Nicolás Díaz (Puebla) wins a free kick in the defensive half.

Key Players

Attacker
Midfielder
Defender
Gabriel Fernandez
0.26
Expected Goals
0
1
Shots On Target
0
90
Min
11
Ignacio Puch

Stats

73%
Possession
27%
1.56
Expected Goals
0.15
34
Total Shots
5
10
Shots On Target
0

Actual Play Time

Actual 55:43
Total 105:29

Shot Map

José Paradela
José Paradela
Goal
78'
From Corner
Situation
Right Foot
Shot Type
0.12
xG
0.70
xGOT

Match Info

Mario Terrazas Chávez
Referee
Estadio Cuauhtémoc
Capacity: 42,684
TV Channels
TUDN - USA

Current Standings Positions

PF:A+/-PTSWDLFormNext
3
Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul
59:6310311
D
W
W
W
L
U.A.N.L. - Tigres
13
Puebla
Puebla
52:3-15122
D
D
L
W
L
Pumas UNAM

Predictions

About Cruz Azul vs Puebla

The match between Cruz Azul and Puebla in the Clausura of Liga MX, held on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Estadio Cuauhtémoc, ended with a score of Cruz Azul 1 - 0 Puebla.

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  • Cruz Azul to win
  • Both teams to score
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Stats for Cruz Azul vs. Puebla

The game between Cruz Azul and Puebla ended with a score of Cruz Azul 1 - 0 Puebla. On 365Scores, you can check all the head-to-head results between these teams. Explore the stats for Cruz Azul and Puebla, including ball possession, goal kicks, yellow and red cards, and much more!

Possession
73% - 27%
Expected Goals
1.56 - 0.15
Total Shots
34 - 5
Shots On Target
10 - 0
Big Chances Created
0 - 0
Corners
10 - 4
Offsides
4 - 2
Passes Completed
440 - 127
Red Cards
0 - 1
Attacks
145 - 62
Shots Off Target
12 - 3
Shots Blocked
12 - 2
Hit Woodwork
0 - 0
Expected Goals On Target
1.65 - 0
Free Kicks
8 - 14
Shots Inside The Box
18 - 3
Total Passes
506 - 184
Shots Outside Box
16 - 2
Expected Assists
1.89 - 0.29
Crosses Completed
5/35 (14%) - 3/9 (33%)
Passes Own Half
114 - 97
Passes Opposition Half
427 - 96
Long Passes Completed
12/22 (55%) - 17/50 (34%)
Throw-Ins
26 - 17
Key Passes
26 - 4
Passes Into Final Third
224 - 15
Backward Passes
57 - 33
Goal Kicks
3 - 16
Interceptions
3 - 6
Expected Goals Conceded
0.15 - 1.56
Goalkeeper Saves
0 - 9
Tackles Won
14/19 (74%) - 8/15 (53%)
Clearances
10 - 58
Duels Won
55 - 50
Aerial Duels Won
19/34 (56%) - 15/34 (44%)
Ground Duels Won
36/71 (51%) - 35/71 (49%)
Was Fouled
8 - 14
Successful Dribbles
9/17 (53%) - 6/18 (33%)
Was Dribbled Past
8 - 12
Final Third Possession Won
1 - 0
Possession Lost
127 - 99
Fouls
14 - 9
Yellow Cards
1 - 2
Substitutions
5 - 5

Lineups for Cruz Azul vs. Puebla

The lineups for Cruz Azul and Puebla were set with the goal of securing victory in this crucial match. Fans closely followed the team selections and absences for this important fixture. The choice of starters and substitutes played a vital role in both teams' preparations. Both Cruz Azul and Puebla made tactical adjustments to maximise their performance on the pitch.

Home Team: Cruz AzulCoach: Nicolás Larcamon.
Goalkeeper: Andrés Gudiño.
Defenders: Gonzalo Piovi, Willer Ditta, Jorge Sánchez.
Midfielders: Erik Lira, Carlos Rodríguez, Agustín Palavecino, José Paradela.
Attackers: Carlos Rotondi, Luka Romero, Gabriel Fernandez.
Subs: Omar Campos, Rogelio González, Mateo Levy, Amaury Morales, Jeremy Marquez, Amaury García, Emmanuel Ochoa, Edwin Sánchez, Diego Valdez, Jaziel Mendoza.

Missing Players: Andres Montaño, Jesús Orozco, Kevin Mier.

Away Team: PueblaCoach: Alberto Espigares.
Goalkeeper: Ricardo Gutiérrez.
Defenders: Nicolás Díaz, Eduardo Navarro, Luis Gabriel Rey.
Midfielders: Fernando Monárrez, Iker Moreno, Carlos Baltazar, Alejandro Organista.
Attackers: Emiliano Gómez, Edgar Guerra, Esteban Lozano.
Subs: Ariel Gamarra, Ignacio Puch, José Pachuca, Alonso Ramírez, Kevin Velasco, Angelo Araos, Brayan Garnica, Eduardo Mustre, Miguel Ramírez, Jesús Rodríguez.

Missing Players: Lucas Cavallini.

Event Details:

Name: Cruz Azul vs. Puebla
Date: Sunday, January 18, 2026
Location: Estadio Cuauhtémoc
Capacity: 42684