Prediction: Necaxa vs León – Liga MX – 18/08/2026
Preview
Necaxa will host León at the Estadio Victoria in Aguascalientes, Mexico, on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 00:00 BST. The home team is currently eighth in the Liga MX table with six points from three matches, while their opponents are 14th with three points from the same number of games.
Necaxa have been in decent form recently, with three wins and two losses in their last five matches. They have shown resilience, particularly in their 2-1 victory over Monterrey, where they overcame a one-goal deficit to secure the win. In contrast, León have also had their share of ups and downs, with two wins and three losses in their last five games. Notably, they have struggled to find consistency, with a 2-3 loss to Inter Miami being a notable low point.
The stage is set for an intriguing encounter between these two Liga MX sides, with Necaxa looking to build on their recent momentum and León seeking to turn their fortunes around.
Necaxa
Fulltime Result
León
home
44.54%
draw
24.65%
away
30.81%
Necaxa will host León on 18 August 2026 in Liga MX. Our experts believe that Necaxa, who have been in decent form lately, will edge out León in a closely contested match. Necaxa have won four of their last five games, including a 2-1 victory over Monterrey, and are looking to build on this momentum. León, on the other hand, have been inconsistent, with a 2-3 win over Inter Miami being their only victory in their last five games.
In their last five games, Necaxa have had a good run, with four wins and one defeat. They have won three games in Liga MX, including a 2-1 victory over Monterrey, and have also won their last two Leagues Cup games, beating New York City 2-1 and Philadelphia Union 3-1. León, however, have struggled, with a 2-3 win over Inter Miami being their only victory in their last five games. They have lost two games in Liga MX, including a 1-0 defeat to Pachuca, and have also lost their last two Leagues Cup games, going down to Orlando City 1-2 and Nashville SC 0-1.
Our experts believe that Necaxa will take the win, given their recent form and consistency. However, León will put up a good fight, and it will be a closely contested match. Necaxa's key player, who is in good shape, is their striker, who has scored five goals in their last five games. León's key player, who is also in good shape, is their midfielder, who has provided three assists in their last five games.
Both teams can count on all their players, with no key players missing the game. There are no rumors about the match, and our experts believe that Necaxa will edge out León in a closely contested match.
Necaxa
Both Teams To Score
León
yes
61.43%
no
38.57%
Our experts believe that both teams have a good chance of scoring in the match between Necaxa and León. In the last five games, Necaxa scored a total of 13 goals, while León found the net 9 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Necaxa
Over/Under
León
Over 1.5
yes
80.98%
no
19.02%
Over 2.5
yes
59.5%
no
40.5%
Over 3.5
yes
36.92%
no
63.08%
Over 4.5
yes
22.23%
no
77.77%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between Necaxa and León. In the last five games, Necaxa scored a total of 19 goals, while León scored 16 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Necaxa
Necaxa x León Last matches
León
Necaxa
40%
Draw
20%
León
40%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 2
Both teams score 60
Goals scored(time 1) 1
Goals scored(time 2) 1
Over 2,5 60
Under 2.5 40
Necaxa
Total results
León
30 matches
12
wins
/
5
draws
/
13
wins
12
wins
(40%)
5
draws
(17%)
13
wins
(43%)
Recent form
Necaxa
Wins
3/6 (50%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
3/6 (50%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.17
Both score 83.33%
Goals scored 1.33
Goals conceded 1.83
Over 2,5 83.33
Less 2,5 16.67
Leagues Cup - 07/08/2026
Leagues Cup - 09/08/2026
Leagues Cup - 13/08/2026
León
Wins
4/6 (66.67%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
2/6 (33.33%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 2.67
Both score 50%
Goals scored 1.5
Goals conceded 1.17
Over 2,5 50
Less 2,5 50
Leagues Cup - 06/08/2026
Leagues Cup - 08/08/2026
Leagues Cup - 12/08/2026
Latest news and statistics from Necaxa
Necaxa is gearing up for the fourth round of the 2026/2027 Liga MX season, currently sitting in eighth place with six points from three games. The team has been in action in various competitions, showcasing their form and resilience. In the Leagues Cup, Necaxa demonstrated their ability to perform under pressure, securing a 2-1 victory over New York City and a hard-fought 2-0 win against Chicago Fire. Although they faced setbacks in their matches against Philadelphia Union and Toluca, Necaxa's recent performance in a 2-1 win against Monterrey highlights their potential to bounce back. As Necaxa prepares to face León in the upcoming match, they will be looking to build on their recent success and capitalize on their opponents' weaknesses. León has had a mixed start to the season, and Necaxa's strategic approach could potentially exploit their defensive vulnerabilities. With a solid team performance and a bit of luck, Necaxa may be able to secure a positive result and move up the Liga MX standings.Latest news and statistics from León
León prepares for the 4th round of the 2026/2027 Liga MX against Necaxa with a modest record, sitting 14th in the standings with just 3 points from their first three games. The team's recent form has been a mixed bag, with a slight improvement in their last five matches. They began with a 2-3 win over Inter Miami in the Leagues Cup, followed by a 1-2 victory over Orlando City, a 0-1 win against Nashville SC, and a 1-0 triumph over Pachuca in the Liga MX. Their only defeat during this period came at the hands of Tijuana, who edged them 1-0. As León looks to build on this momentum, they will need to address their defensive vulnerabilities, which have been exposed in several of their recent matches. Their coach will likely focus on strengthening the team's backline and improving their set-piece defending to prevent conceding unnecessary goals. Additionally, the team's attacking prowess will be crucial in securing wins, and their coach may look to implement tactics that will allow them to create more scoring opportunities. In the lead-up to the match against Necaxa, there have been no significant updates or news that could impact León's preparation. The team will need to rely on their recent form and the experience gained from their last five matches to navigate this challenging fixture. With a slight advantage in terms of recent performance, León will be hoping to capitalize on this momentum and secure a positive result against Necaxa.Necaxa
latest line-ups
León
Lineup
12.
Luis Jiménez
5.
Kaiky Marques Naves
15.
Diego Ochoa
3.
Agustín Oliveros
30.
Ricardo Monreal
6.
Danny Leyva
14.
Mauro Zaleta
13.
Owen González
11.
Juan Torres
90.
Juan Valencia
8.
Lorenzo Faravelli
Lineup
Óscar García
23.
Iván Moreno
7.
Jhohan Romaña
14.
Juan Guevara
3.
Sebastián Ignacio Vegas Orellana
5.
José Iván Rodríguez Rebollar
29.
Jordi Cortizo
16.
Rodrigo Echeverría
20.
Fernando Beltrán
6.
Sebastián Santos
22.
Daniel Arcila
13.
Bench
1.
Christopher Andrade
4.
Alexis Peña
9.
Julián Carranza
10.
Javier Ruiz
16.
Pedro Pedraza Reyna
17.
Rogelio Cortéz
20.
Francisco Méndez
21.
Matías Espíndola
33.
Raúl Alejandro Martínez Ruiz
88.
Carlos Vargas
99.
Miguel Emilio Rodríguez Macías
181.
Javier Orantes
Bench
Bryan Colula
4.
Juan Domínguez
8.
Julio González
12.
Sebastián Fierro
15.
Alfonso Alvarado
19.
Paul Bellón
25.
Salvador Reyes
26.
Díber Cambindo
27.
Luis Valadez
35.
Irving Martínez
181.
Christopher Mora
185.
Jesús Aldair Lara Sánchez
203.
Standings Necaxa x León
Apertura
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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
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Necaxa vs León FAQ
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The match between Necaxa and León will take place on 18/08/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
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The game between Necaxa and León will start at 02:00 Brasília time on 18/08/2026.
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We don't know who will win the duel between Necaxa and León, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team Necaxa can be a moderate risk choice.