Our prediction
Key factors behind our tip
Guadalajara are the market favourite at 2.35 (about 43% implied), narrowly ahead of Pachuca at 2.70 (about 37%).
The draw is priced at 3.35, roughly 30% implied, reflecting a tight, competitive matchup.
The recommended Over 2.5 goals at 1.7 carries around 55% market-implied confidence but a negative value edge of -7.27%.
No value picks cleared the threshold against market consensus, suggesting the odds broadly reflect fair prices.
Most likely scorelines
Both teams to score: 50%| Score | Model chance | Fair odds |
|---|---|---|
| 1-1 | 12.8% | 7.82 |
| 1-0 | 11.2% | 8.90 |
| 0-1 | 9.6% | 10.47 |
| 2-1 | 8.6% | 11.67 |
| 0-0 | 8.4% | 11.93 |
| 2-0 | 7.5% | 13.28 |
From the same Poisson distribution behind our 1X2 and totals numbers, built on expected goals of 1.34 and 1.14. These six scorelines cover 58% of all outcomes — the rest is spread thinly across dozens of possibilities, which is why correct-score betting is a longshot even when the model is right about the shape of the game.
Team form
Form builds from completed fixtures in our dataset and fills out as the season progresses.
Best odds across bookmakers
| Bookmaker | 1 · PAC | X | 2 · GUA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle | 3.10 | 3.42 | 2.30 |
| BetOnline.ag | 3.10 | 3.42 | 2.30 |
| Coolbet | 2.95 | 3.50 | 2.35 |
| GTbets | 2.72 | 3.42 | 2.50 |
| 1xBet | 3.00 | 3.28 | 2.29 |
| Marathon Bet | 2.99 | 3.28 | 2.27 |
Prices as of our last refresh, best price per outcome highlighted. Books are ordered by margin — the sharpest price-setters first — not alphabetically.
Pachuca vs Guadalajara: match preview
This Liga MX meeting between Pachuca and Guadalajara comes with a market that leans towards the visitors. Guadalajara are priced at 2.35, which translates to an implied probability of roughly 43%, while hosts Pachuca sit at 2.70, or around 37%. The draw is offered at 3.35, close to 30% in implied terms, underlining a fixture the bookmakers see as competitive rather than one-sided. The gap between the two teams is modest, so this is closer to a coin-flip than a clear mismatch. Our model does not favour either side outright; instead it looks at the goals market, recommending Over 2.5 goals at 1.7. That price carries a market-implied confidence of about 55%. It is worth noting the value edge on this selection is negative at -7.27%, meaning the model sees no genuine value above the odds offered here, so treat it as a lean rather than a standout bet.
Verdict: The model leans towards Over 2.5 goals at 1.7, backed by roughly 55% implied confidence. However, the negative value edge of -7.27% means the price offers no clear advantage. Treat this as a modest lean at best, stake responsibly, and accept the outcome remains uncertain.
Upcoming Liga MX fixtures
All Liga MX tips →| Kick-off (UTC) | Match | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug 01:00 | Atlante FC v León | 2.80 | 3.50 | 2.60 |
| 29 Aug 01:00 | Necaxa v Cruz Azul | 3.80 | 3.85 | 2.00 |
| 29 Aug 03:00 | Tijuana v Pumas | 2.40 | 3.50 | 3.08 |
| 29 Aug 23:00 | Atlas v Querétaro | 2.30 | 3.40 | 3.48 |
| 30 Aug 01:00 | América v Puebla | 1.38 | 5.35 | 8.80 |
| 30 Aug 03:00 | Santos Laguna v Tigres | 4.48 | 4.03 | 1.75 |
| 31 Aug 00:00 | Toluca v FC Juárez | 1.28 | 6.22 | 10.50 |
| 31 Aug 02:00 | Monterrey v Atlético San Luis | 1.54 | 4.66 | 6.04 |
Best available 1X2 price per outcome across the bookmakers we track. Click a fixture for its full prediction.
Match FAQ
Our tip is Pachuca to win at odds of 3.10, with a 36% confidence rating.
Guadalajara are the slight favourites at 2.35, implying about 43% probability, ahead of Pachuca at 2.70, roughly 37%. The margin between them is small.
The draw is available at 3.35 with Unibet (SE), which equates to an implied probability of around 30%, consistent with a closely matched fixture.
No selection cleared our value threshold against market consensus. The recommended Over 2.5 goals at 1.7 actually shows a negative value edge of -7.27%, so it is a lean rather than a genuine value bet.
Pachuca vs Guadalajara takes place Sat · 23:00 in the Liga MX.