The highly anticipated match between Santos Laguna and Cruz Azul is scheduled for Thursday, February 20 at 03:05 (UTC) at the magnificent Estadio Corona stadium in Torreón. The weather is expected to be clear and 52 degrees (F), making it a perfect evening for some thrilling football action. These two teams last faced off in the Apertura on November 03, 2024 with Cruz Azul claiming a 2-0 victory. With both teams hungry for a win, fans can expect a nail-biting encounter between these two formidable opponents.

Santos Laguna has struggled to find their footing in recent home matches, with 3 losses and 2 draws in their last 5 games. Their goal scoring has also been lacking at Estadio Corona, with only 2 goals scored in their last 5 home matches. Against opponents of a similar rank, they have yet to secure a win, with 2 losses and no draws this year. Their average of 1.0 goal scored and 3.0 conceded shows room for improvement. In their previous Liga MX match, Santos Laguna ended with a 1-1 draw against Mazatlán, with B. Barticciotto scoring the lone goal. Unfortunately, they will be missing J. Macías due to injury for their upcoming match.

Cruz Azul has displayed a strong performance on their away games, achieving 2 wins and 1 draw in their last 5 matches. Their goal scoring abilities have also been on point, with a total of 6 goals in their previous 5 away games. The team has a full and healthy roster for the upcoming match. Currently sitting at the 6th spot in the standings, Cruz Azul has obtained 11 points from 6 games, securing 3 wins, 2 draws, and only suffering 1 loss. Striker C. Rotondi has shown impressive stats with 7 goals in 13 away games this season, and with his return from injury, there is even more potential for his tally to increase.

In the past 10 games, the average number of goals scored between these two clubs has been 2.7. However, throughout their entire history, Santos Laguna has emerged victorious in 22 out of 49 meetings, with 10 matches ending in a draw. On the other hand, Cruz Azul has secured 17 wins against their opponents.

A victory for Cruz Azul would greatly enhance their standing on the table, securing them a coveted spot in the Final Series Play-offs. Beyond the immediate benefits, this achievement holds significant implications for their prospects in the upcoming season. Undoubtedly, this serves as a great source of motivation for the entire team, especially as they play in front of their passionate home fans.