Necaxa vs Cruz Azul: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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29 Aug,03:00
1 - 3
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Necaxa vs Cruz Azul Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half0 - 1
23
J. Marquez
scored for Cruz Azul
43
D. Leyva
was cautioned
2nd Half1 - 3
46
N. Ibanez
scored for Cruz Azul
53
W. Ditta
scored for Cruz Azul
54
W. Ditta
was cautioned
59
A. Garcia
was cautioned
67
J. Ruiz
was cautioned
83
E. Rodriguez
scored for Necaxa
84
E. Rodriguez
was cautioned
90+4
J. Torres
was cautioned
90+4
P. Pedraza
was cautioned

Necaxa welcome Cruz Azul to Estadio Victoria on 29 August 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.

Necaxa operate with a flexible back three.

Cruz Azul usually set up with a defensive mindset.

Recent Form

Necaxa

L D L L W

Cruz Azul

W L L L W

Necaxa have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. Recent fluctuations suggest outcomes are still unpredictable.

Meanwhile, Cruz Azul have shown strong momentum, remaining difficult to beat in recent weeks. The team should continue to build on their recent results.

Recent Form Home/Away

Necaxa (Home)

L L W W

Cruz Azul (Away)

W L W
Necaxa form remains fairly steady regardless of location.

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

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Necaxa

- - - - -

Cruz Azul

- - - - -

Necaxa have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.

Likewise, Cruz Azul 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

Necaxa (Home)

- - - -

Cruz Azul (Away)

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

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

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Necaxa

+ - + + +

Cruz Azul

+ - + + +

Necaxa are involved in some very high-scoring fixtures. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.

Also, Cruz Azul have been involved in matches with plenty of goals recently. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Necaxa (Home)

+ + + +

Cruz Azul (Away)

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

Only small differences appear in Cruz Azul's match tempo home versus away.

Scoring Consistency

Necaxa

+ + + + +

Cruz Azul

+ - + + +

Necaxa have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Meanwhile, Cruz Azul show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Necaxa (Home)

+ + + +

Cruz Azul (Away)

+ + +
Necaxa's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

Cruz Azul attacking output remains fairly steady regardless of location.

Match Information
Referee: Ismael Rosario Lopez Penuelas
Venue: Estadio Victoria

Necaxa vs Cruz Azul Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

0.46
xG
1.91
46
Ball Posession (%)
54
0
Big Chances
3
5
Cautions
2
13
Shots
22
4
Shots on Goal
8
4
Shots Blocked
4
2
Shots inside Box
8
11
Shots outside Box
14
0
Hit Woodwork
0
15
Fouls
14
7
Corner Kicks
7
5
Saves
3
14
Free Kicks
15
0
Offsides
1
398
Passes Total
468
333
Passes Completed
403
102
Passes in the final 3rd Total
154
74
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
118
7
Touches in the Opposition Box
20
18
Tackles Total
17
13
Tackles Completed
10
22
Clearances
10
11
Crosses Total
13
3
Crosses Completed
4
6
Interceptions
9

Necaxa vs Cruz Azul Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
12
L. Jimenez
23
K. Mier
3
A. Oliveros
3
O. Campos
4
A. Pena
5
J. Orozco
5
Naves
17
A. Garcia
88
C. Vargas
4
W. Ditta
8
L. Faravelli
55
6
D. Leyva
19
C. Rodriguez
21
M. Espindola
16
J. Marquez
13
O. Gonzalez
8
A. Palavecino
10
J. Ruiz
20
J. Paradela
9
J. Carranza
7
N. Ibanez

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

Mexico Primera Division, Apertura Standings & Table