Tigres will face off against Pachuca at Estadio Universitario in Liga MX on Sunday, in what promises to be an intense battle as the Torneo Clausura nears its end.
With only four rounds of games remaining, the competition is incredibly tight, with the top six teams all within striking distance of the title. Tigres currently sit in fourth place with 24 points, closely followed by Pachuca with 22 points.
Having secured victory in the Clausura 2023, Tigres are determined to defend their title and maintain their position in the qualification zone. However, they must remain vigilant and avoid dropping points in the remaining matches. In their previous encounter, Tigres and Pachuca played to a 1-1 draw in an away fixture.
On the other hand, Pachuca’s recent progress in the standings has been hindered by a series of setbacks, resulting in a drop of nine points in their last five matches. Nonetheless, they displayed a strong resurgence with a commanding 5-0 victory over Herediano in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. With head coach Guillermo Almada aiming to capitalize on this momentum, Pachuca is poised to make a strong push in the final stages of the Liga MX campaign.
When examining the head-to-head statistics, Tigres have demonstrated a strong track record against Pachuca, securing three wins, one draw, and one loss in their last five matches. Additionally, Tigres have been formidable at home, winning three times and drawing twice in their last five encounters with Pachuca on their home turf.
Looking ahead to the upcoming match, Tigres’ star player André-Pierre Gignac, who has amassed nine goals and four assists in all competitions, will be a key figure to watch. Despite not featuring in the league’s top 10 goal scorers, Gignac’s contributions have been instrumental to Tigres’ performance. On the other side, Pachuca’s forward Salomón Rondón, currently joint top scorer with seven goals, will be eager to enhance his goal tally before the season concludes.
With the home advantage and a favorable form, Tigres are positioned as the favorites in this fixture. As the anticipation builds for the upcoming clash, the prediction stands at a 3-1 victory for Tigres.
For those considering betting on the match, the following tips are suggested:
1. Result – Tigres to win
2. Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes
3. Tigres to score first
