Puebla vs Queretaro Prediction: Can Puebla Strike Back and Rise in the Points Table?

With Puebla and Queretaro locking horns in the upcoming fixture of the Liga MX Apertura Matchday 2, we can expect reasonable changes in the lower half of the points table. At the moment, Queretaro stands 11th with a draw and a single point, whereas Puebla stands at the bottom of the points table. The last time these two sides played against each other, the game ended in a draw (1-1). For the upcoming fixture, Omar Andres Fernandez and George Corral wil be missing out due to multiple injuries. 

Puebla - Had a Thrashing Defeat Against Pachuca (LLLWL)

Going in the contest, Puebla is coming off a defeat against Pachuca (5-1), in which the goal difference dented the reputation of Puebla. With just 36% possession and an accurate passing percentage of 74%, Puebla did look off-color. Moreover, it was unable to win any corners, giving the opposition an ample room to exercise a win. For Puebla, Martin Barragan scored the only goal in the 45th minute on penalty. With Omar Andres and George Corral missing out, Puebla will have to try different combinations.

Key Players for Puebla

• M. Barragan
• F. Mancuello
• D. De Buen

Queretaro - Managed a Draw Against Queretaro (DLLDL)

Going in the contest, Queretaro is coming off a draw against CF America (0-0). Queretaro had a 33% possession and an accurate passing accuracy of 70% against CF America, however, it will be required to improve the performance and move forward in the competition. Queretaro won just three corners compared to 15 by CF America. With a robust attacking lineup of 4-4-2, much will depend on the presence of Sepulveda, Hernandez, and Rivera.

Key Players for Queretaro

• Fernandez
• Maduena
• Sepulveda

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the contest, Queretaro has a better record and recent performances compared to Puebla. The game total is expected to be under 2.5 goals and only Queretaro to score. The final score line is likely to be 0-2.

• Queretaro to Win for 3.50
• Both Teams to Score - No for 2.082
• Queretaro Not To Lose And Total < 2.5 - Yes for 2.99