Club America Faces Tough Test Against Puebla in Liga MX Clash
Estadio Cuauhtémoc will be the battleground this Friday night as Puebla hosts Club América in a crucial Liga MX Clausura encounter. While Club America boasts a historically dominant record against Puebla, their recent form and struggles on the road present a significant challenge.
Puebla’s Recent Struggles
Puebla enters this match on a frustrating four-game winless streak. Last weekend’s 3-2 home defeat against Pumas, after leading by two goals, highlighted defensive vulnerabilities. They’ve conceded in three of their last four league games, raising concerns about their ability to contain Club America’s attack. However, their home ground has traditionally been a fortress, with Club America failing to secure a victory at Estadio Cuauhtémoc since 2018.
Club America’s Road Woes
Las Águilas, despite their overall quality, are grappling with their own issues. A recent 1-0 loss to Chivas extended their winless and scoreless run to three away Liga MX games this season. This makes the trip to Puebla particularly daunting. André Jardine will be looking for solutions to unlock his team’s offensive potential away from home.
Head-to-Head History
Historically, Club America has dominated this fixture. In 45 meetings, they lead the head-to-head series with 24 wins to Puebla’s six. However, past results don’t guarantee future outcomes, especially given the current form of both teams.
Key Player to Watch
Club America will be relying on Alejandro Zendejas to spark their attack. Zendejas’ ability to create chances and find the back of the net will be crucial, particularly given the team’s struggles to score on the road. He’ll need support from his teammates to break down a potentially stubborn Puebla defense.
Betting Odds and Prediction
The game is shaping up to be a tight contest, with both teams experiencing difficulties. According to OddsChecker, the betting odds reflect this uncertainty. Club America’s inability to find the net consistently away from home gives Puebla a genuine opportunity to secure a positive result.
Prediction: Puebla 1, Club América 1
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