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Pumas UNAM vs. Cruz Azul prediction, odds, Liga MX picks [5/24/2026]
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Puebla vs. Cruz Azul Prediction, Picks and Odds
Dimers' prediction and analysis for Puebla vs. Cruz Azul in the World Cup on January 17, 2026 includes win probabilities and picks for the biggest betting markets.
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Score Summary
J. Paradela (78')
F. Monarrez (11')
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Match Timeline
M. Levy (Cruz Azul) cautioned
Substitution for Cruz Azul: R. Gonzalez replaces J. Paradela
Substitution for Puebla: I. Maestro replaces E. Lozano
Substitution for Puebla: A. Ramirez replaces A. Organista
Goal scored for Cruz Azul by J. Paradela, assisted by G. Fernandez
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Substitution for Cruz Azul: J. Marquez replaces C. Rotondi
Substitution for Cruz Azul: A. Morales replaces E. Lira
E. Navarro (Puebla) cautioned
Substitution for Puebla: J. R. Pachuca Martinez replaces E. Guerra
D. Gutierrez (Puebla) cautioned
Substitution for Cruz Azul: M. Levy replaces L. Romero
Substitution for Cruz Azul: O. Campos replaces J. Sanchez
Substitution for Puebla: K. Velasco replaces E. Gomez
Substitution for Puebla: P. Gamarra replaces C. Baltazar
F. Monarrez (Puebla) sent off with a straight red card
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Puebla vs. Cruz Azul: World Cup prediction & analysis
Dimers' Puebla vs. Cruz Azul prediction is powered by a data-driven model built specifically for World Cup matches. The model projects how many goals each team is expected to score, then converts those projections into probabilities and picks across major betting markets.
Our coverage includes predictions, bets and odds for moneyline, over/under, double chance, both teams to score (BTTS), win to nil, and correct score.
The model factors in team attacking and defensive performance, recent form, opponent strength, tournament history, match location and expected player involvement to deliver consistent insights across every World Cup match.
Match overview
- Teams: Puebla vs. Cruz Azul
- Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Time: 10:05 PM ET
- Tournament: FIFA World Cup
Current betting odds
- Moneyline: Puebla +480, Cruz Azul -180, draw +330
- Total (Over/Under): 2.5 goals (-138/+112)
Dimers' win probabilities
- Puebla: 13.9%
- Cruz Azul: 66.6%
- Draw: 19.6%
These probabilities are generated using Dimers' international soccer ratings system, designed to help bettors navigate World Cup predictions with greater confidence and clarity.
Correct score
The most likely correct score for this match is Puebla 0-2 Cruz Azul.
Correct score projections reflect expected scoring distributions. In some cases, a team can carry a higher overall win probability while the most likely specific outcome is a narrow result or a draw.
Our prediction
Cruz Azul is the most likely winner of this match with a win probability of 66.6%.
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Summary
Dimers' Puebla vs. Cruz Azul prediction aims to turn World Cup chaos into clarity. Our coverage is grounded in repeatable logic, data-driven analysis, and consistent tournament-wide modeling—not headlines or hunches.
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