Cruz Azul vs Necaxa: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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27 Apr,03:05
4 - 1
Full Time
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Cruz Azul vs Necaxa Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half0 - 0
52
J. Paradela
scored for Cruz Azul
2nd Half4 - 1
59
F. Rossano
was cautioned
63
A. Palavecino
scored for Cruz Azul
66
A. Garcia
was cautioned
71
(Penalty) R. Saul Monreal Morales
scored from the spot for Necaxa
73
F. Mendez
was cautioned
75
E. Lara
was sent off
76
A. Oliveros
was cautioned
77
L. Romero
scored for Cruz Azul
83
1
was cautioned
90+5
A. Montano
scored for Cruz Azul

Cruz Azul welcome Necaxa to Estadio Olimpico Universitario on 27 April 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing Mexico Primera Division, Clausura schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.

Cruz Azul have used several different systems lately.

Necaxa aim for structural stability in their setup.

Recent Form

Cruz Azul

W D D D L

Necaxa

L D D L W

Cruz Azul are currently going through a difficult run of form. This could start to affect confidence within the squad.

While the numbers are comparable, Necaxa show inconsistency in recent results, with no clear trend emerging. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.

Recent Form Home/Away

Cruz Azul (Home)

W D L W W

Necaxa (Away)

L L D L L
A clear home bias is evident in Cruz Azul's recent performances.

Necaxa are significantly more effective at home than on their travels.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Cruz Azul

- - - - -

Necaxa

- + - - -

Cruz Azul are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.

Meanwhile, Necaxa have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Cruz Azul (Home)

- - - + -

Necaxa (Away)

- - + - -
Cruz Azul show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.

There is little difference in Necaxa's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Cruz Azul

+ - - - +

Necaxa

+ - - + +

Cruz Azul have had some open matches, while others have remained tight. Much depends on the opponent.

However, Necaxa regularly feature in high-scoring games. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Cruz Azul (Home)

+ - + + +

Necaxa (Away)

+ + - + +
A big contrast, with Cruz Azul's home games producing significantly more goals.

Necaxa's goal trends remain fairly stable regardless of location.

Scoring Consistency

Cruz Azul

+ + + + +

Necaxa

+ - + + +

Cruz Azul have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

However, Necaxa show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Cruz Azul (Home)

+ + + + +

Necaxa (Away)

+ + - + +
Cruz Azul's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

There is little difference in Necaxa's scoring output across venues.

Match Information
Referee: Ivan Lopez Sanchez
Venue: Estadio Olimpico Universitario

Cruz Azul vs Necaxa Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

0.85
xG
1.08
53
Ball Posession (%)
47
2
Big Chances
2
1
Cautions
4
0
Expulsions
1
14
Shots
8
4
Shots on Goal
2
4
Shots Blocked
3
8
Shots inside Box
5
6
Shots outside Box
3
0
Hit Woodwork
1
9
Fouls
8
4
Corner Kicks
5
19
Throw Ins
12
1
Saves
0
8
Free Kicks
8
4
Offsides
1
451
Passes Total
395
405
Passes Completed
342
85
Passes in the final 3rd Total
61
62
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
40
16
Touches in the Opposition Box
12
20
Tackles Total
16
14
Tackles Completed
12
9
Clearances
10
8
Crosses Total
13
2
Crosses Completed
3
6
Interceptions
2

Cruz Azul vs Necaxa Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
23
K. Mier
22
E. Unsain
3
O. Campos
3
A. Oliveros
4
W. Ditta
20
F. Mendez
17
A. Garcia
33
R. Martinez
22
J. Rodarte
24
F. Rossano
19
C. Rodriguez
8
L. Faravelli
6
E. Lira
6
D. Leyva
29
C. Rotondi
7
K. Rosero
8
A. Palavecino
188
I. Tello
20
J. Paradela
30
R. Saul Monreal Morales
21
G. Fernandez
17
R. Cortez

Cruz Azul vs Necaxa H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results

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