Cruz Azul’s Predicted Starting Lineup Against Puebla
The upcoming match between Cruz Azul and Puebla promises excitement as both teams vie for early-season momentum. Scheduled for Saturday night, this clash marks a key moment in the Liga MX’s Clausura 2026 season. Both teams enter the match with a shared goal: securing a second win after starting with mixed results. Even though Cruz Azul sits fifth in the standings, they face a Puebla side desperate to assert themselves on home turf at Estadio Cuauhtémoc.
Cruz Azul’s Predicted Starting Lineup Against Puebla
Cruz Azul head coach Nicolás Larcamón is expected to employ a tactical formation that has proven effective. The team displayed a strong performance in their last match, a 2-0 victory over Atlas. They aim to build on this success against Puebla.
Starting XI
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Andrés Gudiño |
| Defender | Willer Ditta |
| Defender | Erik Lira |
| Defender | Gonzalo Piovi |
| Right Wing-Back | Jorge Sánchez |
| Left Wing-Back | Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi |
| Midfielder | Jeremy Márquez |
| Midfielder | Agustín Palavecino |
| Attacking Midfielder | Carlos Rodríguez |
| Attacking Midfielder | José Paradela |
| Forward | Gabriel Fernández |
Puebla’s Expected Formation
- Goalkeeper: Daniel Gutiérrez
- Defenders: Fernando Monárrez, Eduardo Navarro, Nicolás Díaz, Brayan Garnica
- Midfielders: Carlos Baltazar, Luis Rey, Alejandro Organista
- Forwards: Emiliano Gómez, Esteban Lozano, Edgar Guerra
Puebla, known as “La Franja,” will adopt an attacking approach, leveraging their speed to challenge Cruz Azul’s defense. With a strong performance against Atlas under their belt, Cruz Azul will enter as the favorite. However, they must remain vigilant against a resurgent Puebla squad eager to make an impact in the capital.
