The Cruz Azul vs Toluca clash will be live online and on TV as La Maquina host Los Diablos Rojos at the Estadio Azteca at 5:00 PM Pacific this Wednesday, August 22, 2018.
Cruz Azul has been one of the best teams in this 2018 Apertura season, currently leading the Liga MX with 13 points after five games. Los Cementeros are legitimate title contenders this season and have one of the most well-balanced squads in the league. Pedro Caixinha’s team is coming off a dominant 3-0 win against Leon at home and will look to continue its undefeated run in the 2018 Apertura. Pablo Aguilar was not available in that game against Leon due to a red card and will now be back for this game against La Fiera. However, fullback Gerardo Flores received a red card in the game against Leon and will not be available for this match. Jose Maduena will likely replace Flores and should be a suitable fit in that right-back role in this match. Cruz Azul has three wins at the Estadio Azteca this season and has inclusively outscored opponents 7-0 at home.
Toluca is also off to a solid start with 10 points from its first five games, coming off an impressive 3-0 win against Club Tijuana. Los Diablos Rojos have wins against Monarcas Morelia, Tigres UANL and Xolos this season and will be looking to pull off the upset at the Azteca. Goalkeeper Alfredo Talavera served a two-game suspension for an altercation with a referee and will now be available to play in this match. Hernan Cristante also has a solid squad that includes some intriguing players going forward like Enrique Triverio, Luis Quinones and Alexis Vega. This should prove to be a very tough away game for Los Escarlatas, but they should put in a competitive effort.
Cruz Azul vs Toluca Prediction
Cruz does have the much more balanced squad as Toluca’s inconsistent backline may prove to be its downfall. FutnSoccer predicts a 2-1 win for Cruz Azul in a match that should be very exciting at the Estadio Azteca this Wednesday.
Watch Cruz Azul vs Toluca Live TV Online
The Cruz Azul vs Toluca Liga MX Apertura 2018 match will be broadcast at 5:00 PM Pacific:
TV Schedule: Univision Deportes, ESPN Deportes
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