Liga MX: Cruz Azul vs. Mazatlan Picks, Odds, and Preview (Jul 12)

An interesting clash on the opening weekend of the Liga MX season will see Cruz Azul take on Mazatlan.

The home team enjoyed a memorable regular phase campaign in 2024, winning 13 of their 17 matches, and suffering just one defeat. However, their Apertura dreams were ended in the semi-final stage at the hands of Club America.

Mazatlan will be one of a number of teams that will be hoping for stronger displays during the regular phase in 2025. Last season, they ended the opening round in 14^th after winning just twice in 17 matches.

Cruz Azul vs. Mazatlan Overview

Odds

Cruz Azul vs. Mazatlan Head-to-Head Record

Despite being huge outsiders this weekend, Mazatlan will take confidence from their recent head-to-head record against Cruz Azul. The visitors have avoided defeat in their last three matches against their opponents, which includes a 2-1 success in the latest clash in July.

Cruz Azul Team News

Cruz Azul only have one injury concern ahead of this opening match of the season. Andres Montano has been ruled out for the foreseeable future due to a knee injury.

Possible Lineup

K. Robles (GK); J. Sanchez, W. Ditta, G. Piovi, O. Chagoya, M. Bogusz, E. Lira, C. Rodriguez, A. Mora, C. Rotondi, L. Romero

Mazatlan Team News

Mazatlan will have two notable injury concerns this weekend. Jose Esquivel is out due to a muscle issue, while Yoel Barcenas isn’t set to return from a knee injury until October.

Possible Lineup

S. Ramirez (GK); V. Alvarado, B. Colula, F. Almada, J. Diaz, M. Lainez, A. Torres, R. Meraz, R. Pizarro, N. Benedetti, F. Figueroa

Cruz Azul vs. Mazatlan Picks

Mazatlan has an eye-catching recent record against their opponents this weekend, but their form throughout last season raises concerns.

Therefore, the smart money is with Cruz Azul to make a dominant start to their 2025 campaign in front of their home fans.