Cruz Azul vs Santos Laguna: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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07 Sep,01:00
1 - 0
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Cruz Azul vs Santos Laguna Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half0 - 0
50
A. Lopez
was cautioned
2nd Half1 - 0
89
J. Paradela
scored for Cruz Azul

Cruz Azul welcome Santos Laguna to Estadio Azteca on 07 September 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing Mexico Primera Division, Apertura schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.

Cruz Azul prioritise defensive solidity in their approach.

Santos Laguna prefer a system that balances attack and defence.

Recent Form

Cruz Azul

W W L L L

Santos Laguna

L D L L L

Cruz Azul are in solid form, consistently picking up results in recent matches. They remain reliable and consistent in recent games.

In contrast, Santos Laguna have shown a clear dip in performances over recent games. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.

Recent Form Home/Away

Cruz Azul (Home)

W L L W

Santos Laguna (Away)

L L L L
There is little difference in Cruz Azul's performance across venues.

Santos Laguna's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Cruz Azul

+ - - - -

Santos Laguna

- + - - -

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

Also, Santos Laguna have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Cruz Azul (Home)

+ - - -

Santos Laguna (Away)

- - - -
Cruz Azul's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

Santos Laguna show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Cruz Azul

- + - + +

Santos Laguna

- - + - +

Cruz Azul's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.

Meanwhile, Santos Laguna show no clear trend in the goal count of their recent fixtures. Much depends on the opponent.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Cruz Azul (Home)

- - + +

Santos Laguna (Away)

- + + +
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Cruz Azul.

A rare pattern, with Santos Laguna's goals flowing more freely in away fixtures.

Scoring Consistency

Cruz Azul

+ + - + +

Santos Laguna

- - + - -

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

In contrast, Santos Laguna have had serious issues in attack, frequently failing to score in recent matches. They urgently need to improve their attacking efficiency.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Cruz Azul (Home)

+ - + +

Santos Laguna (Away)

- + - +
There is little difference in Cruz Azul's scoring output across venues.

A surprising trend, with Santos Laguna's goals coming much more frequently in away fixtures.

Match Information
Referee: Maximiliano Quintero Hernandez
Venue: Estadio Azteca

Cruz Azul vs Santos Laguna Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

2.05
xG
0.48
62
Ball Posession (%)
38
0
Big Chances
0
0
Cautions
1
24
Shots
10
7
Shots on Goal
1
7
Shots Blocked
4
14
Shots inside Box
4
10
Shots outside Box
6
1
Hit Woodwork
0
8
Fouls
9
8
Corner Kicks
5
1
Saves
7
9
Free Kicks
8
2
Offsides
1
583
Passes Total
363
511
Passes Completed
295
169
Passes in the final 3rd Total
78
124
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
52
23
Touches in the Opposition Box
12
23
Tackles Total
20
17
Tackles Completed
10
12
Clearances
39
36
Crosses Total
17
12
Crosses Completed
2
5
Interceptions
8

Cruz Azul vs Santos Laguna Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
23
K. Mier
1
C. Acevedo
3
O. Campos
193
L. Gomez
5
J. Orozco
14
E. Orona
4
W. Ditta
25
F. Sanchez
55
28
G. Perez
17
A. Garcia
3
M. Cuevas
18
L. Romero
7
D. Gonzalez
8
A. Palavecino
5
A. Lopez
16
J. Marquez
8
S. Mariscal
19
C. Rodriguez
77
K. Palacios
7
N. Ibanez
10
E. Bullaude

Cruz Azul vs Santos Laguna H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results

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