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Cruz Azul vs. Club Tijuana prediction, odds, Liga MX picks [4/18/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Cruz Azul vs Club Tijuana predictions for Liga MX Saturday.
Cruz Azul will face Club Tijuana in the Liga MX playoffs on Saturday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced Liga MX model predicts Cruz Azul as the most likely winner of the Cruz Azul vs. Club Tijuana game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's match, including best bets and picks.
Cruz Azul vs. Club Tijuana prediction: Who will win?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's Liga MX game between Cruz Azul and Club Tijuana, forming part of our Liga MX predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model suggests a 69.4% chance of Cruz Azul winning, a 13.0% chance for Club Tijuana, and a 17.6% chance of a draw.
Cruz Azul vs. Club Tijuana odds
We have researched the best Liga MX odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Market | Cruz Azul | Club Tijuana | Draw |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -250 | +600 | +410 |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Cruz Azul vs. Club Tijuana picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Club Tijuana | +600 |
According to our best Liga MX bets, the top play to make on this game is Club Tijuana to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Cruz Azul vs. Club Tijuana: Correct score and BTTS predictions
The top three most likely final scores, according to our model, are listed below, with a 2-0 Cruz Azul win being the most probable:
| Final Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| CAZ 2-0 TIJ | 10.4% |
| CAZ 2-1 TIJ | 9.6% |
| CAZ 1-0 TIJ | 8.8% |
When it comes to the both teams to score (BTTS) market, we project a 54.8% chance of both sides finding the net and a 45.2% chance that at least one doesn’t.
Cruz Azul vs. Club Tijuana game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between Cruz Azul and Club Tijuana is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Cruz Azul vs. Club Tijuana
- Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
Conclusion
According to our computer model, Cruz Azul has a 69.4% win probability on Saturday, Club Tijuana has a 13.0% win probability, and there is a 17.6% chance that the game will end in a draw.
Additional tools and information for betting safely can be found in our Responsible Gambling hub.
Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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