Necaxa W vs Mazatlán W: Liga MX Femenil Spread Prediction 8/16
In the upcoming Liga MX Femenil clash, Necaxa W will face off against Mazatlán W on August 16, 2024, at the Estadio Victoria in Aguascalientes, Mexico. This match, part of the Apertura season, promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams vie for crucial points in the league standings. Currently, both teams are looking to improve their performances, making this matchup critical for their respective campaigns.
Odds
| Market | Odds |
|---|---|
| Spread | Necaxa W -1.5, Mazatlán W +1.5 |
Necaxa W Overview
Necaxa W has shown a commendable performance in the current season, currently positioned in the mid-table of the Liga MX Femenil standings. Their attacking unit has been particularly effective, scoring a total of 10 goals in the last five matches, showcasing their ability to find the back of the net. Key players such as midfielder Ana González and forward Mariana González have been instrumental in leading the offensive line. On the defensive side, however, they have allowed 8 goals, indicating that their backline has shown some vulnerabilities, especially against pacey forwards.
In terms of recent form, Necaxa W has recorded 2 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw in their last five matches, which highlights a mixed bag of results. Their last match ended in a disappointing loss against Club América W, where they struggled to maintain possession and were often caught on the counter. Injury-wise, they are currently without defender Laura Pérez, which may impact their defensive setup as they look to secure a stronger performance against Mazatlán W.
Mazatlán W Overview
Mazatlán W, on the other hand, has had a challenging start to the season, finding themselves at the bottom of the league standings. With only 4 points from their last five matches, their struggles are evident, having scored just 4 goals while conceding a staggering 12. The team has been heavily reliant on their striker, Valeria Valenzuela, who has managed to score 2 of their 4 goals this season. Defensively, they have shown significant weaknesses which Necaxa will look to exploit.
Their recent performances have seen them lose 4 out of their last 5 matches, including a heavy defeat to Tigres UANL W, where they failed to contain the opposition's offensive threats. As they prepare to face Necaxa W, they will need to tighten their defense considerably and be more clinical in front of goal. Currently, no players are reported injured, which could provide them with a full-strength squad to take on Necaxa W.
Head to Head Record
Historically, Necaxa W and Mazatlán W have faced each other several times, with Necaxa generally having the upper hand. In their last five encounters, Necaxa has won three times, while Mazatlán has secured only one victory, with one match ending in a draw. This trend suggests that Necaxa has a psychological advantage going into this match, particularly given their stronger performances in the recent league fixtures.
Betting Trends
- Necaxa W has covered the spread in 60% of their home matches this season.
- Mazatlán W has failed to cover the spread in their last three away games.
- In matches involving Necaxa W, they have seen at least 3 goals scored in 4 of their last 5 fixtures.
- The away team has struggled with defensive consistency, allowing an average of 2.4 goals per game this season.

