Liga MX: Pumas UNAM vs. Atlas Picks, Odds, and Preview (Aug 31)

The final match in Liga MX before the international break is staged on Aug 31, as Pumas UNAM vs. Atlas takes place. Find the odds and picks here.

Pumas UNAM have endured a frustrating start to the new campaign after winning just once across their opening six. They come into this round after playing out draws in each of their last three.

Atlas have also been poor in the opening months of the season after losing three of their last four matches. A return to form will be required by the visitors this weekend.

Pumas UNAM vs. Atlas Overview

Odds

Pumas UNAM vs. Atlas Head-to-Head Record

Pumas UNAM have failed to win in their last three competitive matches against Atlas. However, two of the clashes over that period have ended in goalless draws. That includes a 0-0 stalemate earlier this calendar year.

Pumas UNAM Team News

Efrain Juarez will be hopeful of a response from his side following a goalless draw last weekend. However, Martinez is still likely to be preferred to lead the line on Sunday.

Possible Lineup

K. Navas (GK); P. Bennevendo, Natan, R. Duarte, A. Angulo, S. Trigos, P. Quispe, P. Vite, A. Carrasquilla, J. Ruvalcaba, G. Martinez

Atlas Team News

Diego Cocca is likely to rotate his team after a 4-2 loss against Club America last weekend. Aldo Rocha will be suspended this Sunday after being sent off in last week’s defeat.

Possible Lineup

C. Vargas (GK); R. Lozano, G. Aguirre, Doria, A. Mora, Gustavo, D. Gonzalez, G. del Prete, M. Garcia, M. Coccaro, U. Durdevic

Pumas UNAM vs. Atlas Picks

This looks like a golden opportunity for the home team to bounce back to form this weekend. The hosts have been excellent defensively, and they should have the quality in the final third to make the difference against a defensively weak opponent. Therefore, a home win is preferred when making Pumas UNAM vs. Atlas picks.