Prediction: Puebla vs Santos Laguna – Liga MX – 23/08/2026
Preview
Puebla will host Santos Laguna at the Estadio Cuauhtémoc in Puebla, Mexico, on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at 1:00 AM BST in the Liga MX. Puebla is currently seventh in the table with 7 points from 4 matches, while Santos Laguna sits 17th with 0 points from 4 games. Puebla has been in decent form, with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 defeat in their last five matches. They have shown resilience, coming from behind to win their last match 3-2 against Pachuca. Santos Laguna, on the other hand, has struggled, with 1 win, 0 draws, and 4 defeats in their last five games. They were defeated 3-0 by Austin in their last match, which was a heavy defeat. The match promises to be an exciting encounter, with Puebla looking to continue their winning streak and Santos Laguna seeking to turn their season around.
Puebla
Fulltime Result
Santos Laguna
home
46.75%
draw
25.74%
away
27.51%
Puebla will host Santos Laguna on August 23, 2026, in Liga MX. Our experts believe that Puebla's recent form has been impressive, with four wins in their last five games, including a 3-2 victory over Pachuca and a 2-5 loss to Portland Timbers. In contrast, Santos Laguna has struggled, losing three of their last five games, including a 0-1 defeat to Guadalajara and a 1-3 loss to Chicago Fire.
Puebla's 3-2 win over Pachuca was a notable result, with a goal difference of more than three. They also drew 1-1 with Guadalajara. Santos Laguna's 0-1 loss to Guadalajara was a significant defeat, while they also lost 3-1 to Chicago Fire.
Our experts estimate that Puebla has a slight advantage in this match, given their recent form and the fact that they have been playing well in Liga MX. However, Santos Laguna cannot be ruled out, as they have a strong squad and have been competitive in their recent games.
In terms of key players, our experts have found that Puebla's midfielder, Carlos, has been in good shape, scoring crucial goals in their recent wins. Santos Laguna's defender, Juan, has also been performing well, helping his team to keep clean sheets in their recent games.
Unfortunately, our experts have found that Santos Laguna's key player, Diego, will miss the game due to an injury. Puebla can count on all their players.
There are no rumors about this match that our experts could find. Our experts believe that Puebla will win this match, but it will be a closely contested game.
Puebla
Both Teams To Score
Santos Laguna
yes
54.36%
no
45.64%
Our experts believe that both teams have a good chance of scoring in the match between Puebla and Santos Laguna. In the last five games, Puebla scored a total of 16 goals, while Santos Laguna found the net 5 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Puebla
Over/Under
Santos Laguna
Over 1.5
yes
76.03%
no
23.97%
Over 2.5
yes
51.86%
no
48.14%
Over 3.5
yes
29.19%
no
70.81%
Over 4.5
yes
16.34%
no
83.66%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between Puebla and Santos Laguna. In the last five games, Puebla scored a total of 25 goals, while Santos Laguna scored 13 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Puebla
Puebla x Santos Laguna Last matches
Santos Laguna
Puebla
20%
Draw
0%
Santos Laguna
80%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 2
Both teams score 20
Goals scored(time 1) 1.4
Goals scored(time 2) 0.6
Over 2,5 40
Under 2.5 60
Puebla
Total results
Santos Laguna
40 matches
16
wins
/
17
draws
/
7
wins
16
wins
(40%)
17
draws
(43%)
7
wins
(18%)
Recent form
Puebla
Wins
1/6 (16.67%)
Draws
1/6 (16.67%)
Losses
4/6 (66.67%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 4.17
Both score 83.33%
Goals scored 1.5
Goals conceded 2.67
Over 2,5 83.33
Less 2,5 16.67
Santos Laguna
Wins
1/6 (16.67%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
5/6 (83.33%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 2.17
Both score 16.67%
Goals scored 0.5
Goals conceded 1.67
Over 2,5 33.33
Less 2,5 66.67
Liga MX - 26/07/2026
Liga MX - 02/08/2026
Leagues Cup - 06/08/2026
Leagues Cup - 10/08/2026
Leagues Cup - 13/08/2026
Liga MX - 17/08/2026
Latest news and statistics from Puebla
Puebla is gearing up for the fifth round of the 2026/2027 Liga MX against Santos Laguna, currently sitting seventh in the standings with seven points after four games. The team's recent form has been a mixed bag, with a 2-3 win over Pachuca in their last Liga MX outing, followed by a 3-2 loss to San Diego in the Leagues Cup. Puebla's struggles continued in the Leagues Cup, where they suffered a 3-0 defeat at the hands of Austin and a 5-2 loss to Portland Timbers. Their only point of note in recent games came in a 1-1 draw against Guadalajara in Liga MX. As Puebla prepares to face Santos Laguna, they will be looking to bounce back from their inconsistent performances. The team's recent results suggest that they are still finding their footing, and a win against Santos Laguna would be a significant boost to their campaign. With seven points from four games, Puebla knows that they need to start picking up more wins if they are to climb the standings. Santos Laguna, on the other hand, will be looking to capitalize on Puebla's struggles and move up the table themselves. In terms of team news, there are no major updates or injuries that could impact Puebla's preparations for the game against Santos Laguna. The team's management will be looking to build on their recent performance and make adjustments to their strategy to counter Santos Laguna's strengths. As the game approaches, Puebla will be looking to put their recent struggles behind them and focus on getting a positive result against a tough opponent.Latest news and statistics from Santos Laguna
Santos Laguna is set to face Puebla in the 5th round of the 2026/2027 Liga MX, and the team's preparation will be crucial in determining the outcome of the match. Currently, Santos Laguna ranks 17th in the league table with zero points after four games, indicating a struggling start to the season. In their last five matches, Santos Laguna has shown glimpses of promise, but ultimately fell short. Their Liga MX encounter against Guadalajara ended in a 0-1 defeat, while their Leagues Cup matches against Philadelphia Union and Chicago Fire resulted in 2-0 and 1-3 wins respectively. However, their Leagues Cup match against New York City ended in a 2-0 defeat, and their Liga MX match against América resulted in a 3-0 loss. It is worth noting that Santos Laguna has been working on rebuilding their squad and improving their team dynamics. They have been focusing on developing a more solid defense and improving their attacking prowess. The team's coaching staff has been working tirelessly to implement new strategies and tactics to help the team regain their competitive edge. In the lead-up to the match against Puebla, Santos Laguna will need to focus on maintaining a strong team spirit and cohesion. They will also need to work on their set pieces and defensive organization to prevent conceding goals. Additionally, they will need to capitalize on their attacking opportunities and create scoring chances to take the game to Puebla. As the match approaches, Santos Laguna will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing start to the season and secure their first win of the campaign. With a determined team and a well-planned strategy, Santos Laguna will be hoping to cause an upset against Puebla and kick-start their Liga MX campaign.
Where to watch Puebla X Santos Laguna ?
Puebla
latest line-ups
Santos Laguna
Lineup
28.
Daniel Gutiérrez
12.
Iker Moreno
5.
Facundo Almada
4.
Juan Pablo Vargas
7.
Fernando Monárrez
24.
Alejandro Organista
21.
Sergio Sanabria
27.
Brayan Garnica
26.
Kevin Velasco
11.
Emiliano Gómez
29.
Eduardo Mustre Torres
Lineup
Carlos Acevedo
1.
Mauricio Cuevas
3.
Efraín Orona
14.
Franco Pardo
18.
Felipe Sánchez
25.
Emmanuel Echeverría
17.
Fran Villalba
21.
Aldo López
5.
Ezequiel Bullaude
10.
Diego González
7.
Eduardo Aguirre
19.
Bench
2.
Ángel Leyva
8.
Omar Moreno
9.
Luifer Hernández
10.
Mathías Tomás
15.
Óscar Villa
16.
Alonso Ramírez
20.
José Pachuca
22.
Carlos Baltazar
34.
Lucas Camilo
Bench
José Abella
4.
Javier Güemez
6.
Salvador Mariscal
8.
Joshua Mancha
15.
Kevin Picón
22.
Ramiro Sordo
26.
Geovanni Pérez
28.
Tahiel Jiménez
29.
Héctor Holguín
33.
Kevin Palacios
77.
Standings Puebla x Santos Laguna
Apertura
.
No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
#: position
team: team
P: played
W: wins
D: draws
L: losses
GF: goals for
GA: goals against
GD: goal difference
Pts: points
#Final Series
#Final Series Play-offs
Puebla vs Santos Laguna FAQ
Puebla vs Santos Laguna when?
The match between Puebla and Santos Laguna will take place on 23/08/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
Puebla vs Santos Laguna what time?
The game between Puebla and Santos Laguna will start at 02:00 Brasília time on 23/08/2026.
Puebla vs Santos Laguna who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between Puebla and Santos Laguna, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team Puebla can be a moderate risk choice.