Guadalajara Chivas vs Cruz Azul Prediction & Betting Tips (26 November)

Guadalajara Chivas arrive at this quarterfinal clash against Cruz Azul with momentum and renewed confidence. In the past two months, the spotlight has been on young striker Armando González, who finished the Apertura 2025 as joint top scorer with 12 goals, ending a six-year drought for the club. His rise has been accompanied by the guidance of Javier “Chicharito” Hernández, who has been a mentor behind the scenes. Coach Gabriel Milito has also integrated academy talents like Samir Inda, showing faith in youth development as Chivas prepare for the Liguilla. The team’s recent victories, including a 4-2 win over Monterrey and a 1-0 away triumph against Pachuca, underline their ability to perform under pressure. These results have boosted morale and set the stage for a high-stakes encounter at Estadio Akron.

Cruz Azul, meanwhile, face this duel with both promise and challenges. The club has been dealing with roster adjustments, with reports suggesting Mateusz Bogusz could depart after losing prominence in the squad. More critically, goalkeeper Kevin Mier suffered a tibia fracture earlier in November, ruling him out of the playoffs and leaving a significant gap in the defensive setup. Despite this setback, Cruz Azul showed resilience with wins such as a 3-0 away victory over Puebla and a 2-0 home triumph against Monterrey. However, their 2-3 loss to Pumas exposed vulnerabilities that Chivas will look to exploit. Coach Nicolás Larcamón must balance squad depth carefully, especially with the looming Intercontinental Cup in December, which adds further strain to their campaign.



Looking at recent matches, Chivas have demonstrated consistency and attacking flair. They defeated Atlas 4-1 at home, overcame Mazatlán 2-0, and secured a 2-1 away win against Pumas UNAM. Their only stumble came in a 0-1 loss to Querétaro, but overall their form has been strong heading into the playoffs. Cruz Azul’s path has been more uneven: a 1-1 draw against Necaxa, a 2-1 win over América, and a 1-1 draw with Tigres showed their capacity to grind results, but the defeat to Pumas highlighted defensive lapses. Both teams have shown they can rise to big occasions, and their head-to-head history this season adds intrigue, with Cruz Azul having edged Chivas 2-1 in their regular season meeting back in August.

With all factors considered, this quarterfinal promises intensity and drama. Chivas’ attacking momentum, led by González, and Cruz Azul’s resilience despite injuries, set up a balanced contest. The absence of Kevin Mier could tilt the scales slightly in favor of Guadalajara, especially with their recent scoring form. Cruz Azul will rely on their midfield creativity and Larcamón’s tactical adjustments to stay competitive, but the edge appears to lie with Chivas at home. The prediction leans toward a narrow victory for Guadalajara, with a correct score of 2-1, reflecting both teams’ strengths and weaknesses while capturing the tension of this classic Liga MX rivalry.

• Summary: CD Guadalajara is going head to head with Cruz Azul starting on 26 Nov 2025 at 13:00 UTC at Estadio Akron stadium, Guadalajara city, Mexico. The match is a part of the Liga MX, Apertura Playoffs .
• Guadalajara Chivas Feedinco Rating: 6.83
• Cruz Azul Feedinco Rating: 6.88