Match Report
Cruz Azul claimed a 4-1 victory over Necaxa in the Liga MX. Before the match, Cruz Azul were 3rd in the Liga MX table with Necaxa in 13th. Head-to-head (2018–2026): 8 matches, 3 wins for Cruz Azul, 3 for Necaxa, 2 drawn. Cruz Azul had scored 32 goals this season (1.9 per game), Necaxa had 24 (1.4 per game). Cruz Azul's goals came from José Paradela (52'), Agustín Palavecino (63'), Luka Romero (77'), Andrés Montaño (90'); Necaxa scored through Ricardo Monreal (71'). Match stats: possession 53%-47%, shots 14-8, on target 4-2, corners 4-5. The numbers behind the result — ratings, events and stats — are all above.
Necaxa take on Cruz Azul in the Liga MX at Estadio Banorte.
Necaxa arrive 13th with 17 points; the hosts, Cruz Azul, are 3rd with 35.
2 of their 8 previous meetings since 2018 finished level, while Cruz Azul claimed 3 and Necaxa 3.
Full time brought a 4-1 scoreline, and with it the win for Cruz Azul.
Goal scorers
Cruz Azul: José Paradela (52'), Agustín Palavecino (63'), Luka Romero (77'), Andrés Montaño (90') · Necaxa: Ricardo Monreal (71')
Key stats
Possession: Cruz Azul 53% · Necaxa 47% · Total shots: 14-8 · On target: 4-2 · Corners: 4-5