Chivas Guadalajara vs Puebla predictions, Apr 18, 2026

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Chivas Guadalajara

Puebla

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As Chivas Guadalajara prepares to host Puebla FC on April 18, 2026, the matchup offers a clear contrast in recent form. Chivas has demonstrated formidable performance, securing victories in four of their last five matches, showcasing a robust offensive strategy and solid defensive organization. Their tactical strength lies in their capacity to control possession and create goal-scoring opportunities, making them a formidable opponent at home.

Conversely, Puebla FC has struggled considerably, failing to win any of their last five fixtures. This poor run of form indicates potential issues in both defensive resilience and attacking efficiency, which could be exploited by a confident Chivas side. The significant bookmakers’ odds reflect this discrepancy, with Chivas firm favorites at 1.24 compared to Puebla’s distant 10.33.

Given the current statistics, a predicted final score of 2:0 appears plausible, aligning with Chivas’ home advantage and recent performances. However, in soccer, anything can happen, and while Chivas holds the upper hand, unexpected outcomes are always a possibility. Betting enthusiasts should approach this match with a balanced perspective, recognizing both the strengths of the home side and the potential for resilient counterplay from Puebla.

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Guadalajara
71.7%
Draw
17.6%
Puebla
10.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:0

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.3 5.64 8.95
betsson 1.27 5.4 10.5
MarathonBet 1.33 5.25 7.6 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.29 4.8 7.5
Pinnacle 1.31 5.55 8.76

Latest Results

11.04.26 Tigres UANL – Chivas Guadalajara – 4:1
05.04.26 Chivas Guadalajara – UNAM Pumas – 2:2
29.03.26 Club Atlas – Chivas Guadalajara – 0:1
21.03.26 CF Monterrey – Chivas Guadalajara – 2:3
18.03.26 Chivas Guadalajara – Club León – 5:0
10.04.26 Puebla FC – Club León – 0:1
03.04.26 Puebla FC – FC Juárez – 1:1
22.03.26 Santos Laguna – Puebla FC – 2:1
13.03.26 Puebla FC – Club Necaxa – 0:0
07.03.26 CF Pachuca – Puebla FC – 2:1

Facts

  • One of the top teams will play against one of the outsiders (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ Liga MX (Clausura ~ Play Offs: Quarter~finals) and 16).
  • Guadalajara is Qualified for Liga MX (Clausura ~ Play Offs Quarter~finals)
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Guadalajara won 4.
  • Guadalajara is showing really good form (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Puebla is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • Puebla may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Guadalajara is the obvious favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Guadalajara won 8 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 26:25. (average 1.3:1.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Guadalajara won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 11:12. (average 1.4:1.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    27.09.25 Puebla FC – Chivas Guadalajara – 0:2
    15.04.25 Chivas Guadalajara – Puebla FC – 1:0
    25.10.24 Puebla FC – Chivas Guadalajara – 1:0
    06.04.24 Chivas Guadalajara – Puebla FC – 3:2
    20.10.23 Puebla FC – Chivas Guadalajara – 0:2

    Standings

    Clausura

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Guadalajara Chivas ✔ 14 10 1 3 28:17 11 31
    2 Cruz Azul 14 8 4 2 25:15 10 28
    3 Pachuca 14 8 4 2 21:13 8 28
    4 Toluca 13 7 5 1 19:8 11 26
    5 UNAM Pumas 13 6 6 1 23:14 9 24
    6 Tigres UANL 14 6 2 6 22:16 6 20
    7 Club America 14 5 4 5 15:13 2 19
    8 Atlas 14 5 4 5 14:18 -4 19
    9 Club Leon 14 6 1 7 16:24 -8 19
    10 Club Tijuana 14 4 6 4 15:15 0 18
    11 Juarez 14 4 4 6 21:24 -3 16
    12 Necaxa 14 5 1 8 17:20 -3 16
    13 Monterrey 14 4 3 7 19:17 2 15
    14 Queretaro 14 3 6 5 13:18 -5 15
    15 Atl. San Luis 13 4 2 7 20:22 -2 14
    16 Puebla 14 3 4 7 11:17 -6 13
    17 Mazatlan FC 13 3 2 8 15:25 -10 11
    18 Santos Laguna 14 2 3 9 17:35 -18 9

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