Philadelphia Union vs Cruz Azul prediction, odds & betting tips – 08/05/2024

Philadelphia Union and Cruz Azul will begin their rivalry on the 5^th day of August at Subaru Park. Both teams are eager for the kick-off as this is the last group-stage game. Neither one can afford to drop any points. Check out our professional Philadelphia Union vs Cruz Azul betting tips for more Leagues Cup insight.

Philadelphia Union vs Cruz Azul prediction: Clash between equals at Subaru Park ahead

Key Stats

• Cruz Azul already shared the spoils once in one of the few Liga MX games they played.
• Daniel Gazdag is Philadelphia Union’s top finisher this season, with 14 goals to his name.
• Giakoumakis became Atlanta United’s top goalscorer in 2024, so he knows how to score against Philadelphia Union.

Correct score prediction: Philadelphia Union 1-1 Cruz Azul

Cruz Azul’s last match before the team headed to the Leagues Cup tournament was a 1-1 tie against Toluca. Seeing as Philly and Cruz Azul have a similar market value as well, we believe our Philadelphia Union vs Cruz Azul prediction has a good chance of succeeding.

Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookies could barely decide

• HOME: +145 – 38.3%
• DRAW: +235 – 28.0%
• AWAY: +190 – 33.7%

*These Philadelphia Union vs Cruz Azul odds are subject to change

As you see from the odds above, a tie at +235 (28.0%) is quite likely to be the case. Especially, now that the two teams can’t afford to lose and will do their best to avoid allowing goals. Still, Philadelphia Union are the expected winners in this Leagues Cup match, as coach Jim Curtin’s players keep a 38.3% win probability ahead of the kick-off.

Last five H2Hs: Teams looking to draw first blood

Check out these interesting Philadelphia Union vs Cruz Azul statistics before placing a Leagues Cup wager.

Philadelphia Union team news and form: Will Gazdag lead Philadelphia to glory?

Philadelphia Union did get a nice 1-0 win over Charlotte at the start of the Leagues Cup competition this year, but it surely wasn’t an easy win to achieve. Charlotte had more possession and the result could’ve easily been 1-1 after 90 minutes of play.

Predicted lineup: Blake (GK), Glesnes, Elliott, Wagner, Mbaizo, Martinez, Sullivan, Bedoya, Gazdag, Baribo & Adeniran

USA MLS 31/08/24

W

New York Red Bulls

0

Philadelphia Union

2

USA MLS 28/08/24

L

Columbus Crew

1

Philadelphia Union

0

Leagues Cup 25/08/24

L

Colorado Rapids

2 (3)

Philadelphia Union

2 (1)

Leagues Cup 21/08/24

L

Columbus Crew

3

Philadelphia Union

1

Leagues Cup 17/08/24

W

Mazatlan FC

1 (3)

Philadelphia Union

1 (4)

Cruz Azul team news and form: Cruz Azul on the rise

After the dreadful 2023/24 Liga MX campaign, Cruz Azul are now performing at a sky-high level. The team is at the top of Liga MX’s chart, with three victories and a tie in four league matches. We are sure the team will avoid defeat versus Philly as well.

Predicted lineup: Mier (GK), Sanchez, Ditta, Romo, Piovi, Rotondi, Gutierrez, Rodriguez, Faravelli, Rivero & Giakoumakis

Mexico Liga MX 01/09/24

W

Club America

1

Cruz Azul

4

Mexico Liga MX 24/08/24

W

Queretaro

0

Cruz Azul

2

Leagues Cup 14/08/24

L

Mazatlan FC

2 (3)

Cruz Azul

2 (1)

Leagues Cup 09/08/24

W

Orlando City SC

0 (4)

Cruz Azul

0 (5)

Leagues Cup 05/08/24

W

Philadelphia Union

1 (3)

Cruz Azul

1 (5)

Player to watch: Daniel Gazdag

Gazdag is still Philadelphia Union’s top goalscorer in 2024 despite taking part in the Euro 2024. He has 14 Major League Soccer goals to his name and we can’t wait to see him in action against Liga MX’s Cruz Azul.

Second player to watch: Georgios Giakoumakis

As we mentioned earlier in our Philadelphia Union vs Cruz Azul prediction, Giakoumakis previously played for MLS’ Atlanta United. However, coach Martin Anselmi demanded Cruz Azul’s men in charge sign the striker as soon as possible. And they paid a massive €9.3m for the Greek’s services.