Juarez vs Cruz Azul: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Juarez prepare to host Cruz Azul on January 31, 2026, with kick-off at 04:06 under referee Lopez Valle, this MEXICO: Primera Division, Clausura fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested mid-table battle.

Juarez, currently 15th in the standings with 4 points from 6 games, trail the leaders by 14 points. They've earned 0 points from 3 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 draw and 4 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 11 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Cruz Azul, sitting 2nd with 13 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 4 points from 3 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Juarez and Cruz Azul have favored Cruz Azul, with Cruz Azul claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-4). This fixture has generally favored Cruz Azul in recent years.

In their previous league match against Necaxa, Juarez recorded a 1-2 defeat while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Jurado, Mayorga, Mosquera, Murillo, Nevarez, Monchu, Garcia, Rodriguez, Martinez, Ricardinho, Estupinan. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Cruz Azul's last outing came against Tigres, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Gudino, Piovi, Lira, Ditta, Rotondi, Marquez, Palavecino, Campos, Rodriguez, Ibanez, Paradela. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Looking ahead, Juarez are expected to maintain their 4-2-3-1 structure, while Cruz Azul are likely to counter with a 3-4-2-1 setup. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Juarez's fixtures have averaged 3 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Cruz Azul's games average 3 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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