Jornada 3 Preview & James Rodríguez's Impact on Liga MX
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Just like we all predicted…the second matchday of Liga MX brought the revitalization of Pablo Barrera! Tigres UANL maintained their dominant form, narrowly defeating Mazatlán FC 2-1 to top the standings with a perfect record. Necaxa also turned heads with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Guadalajara, showcasing resilience and clinical finishing. However, the story of the week was Querétaro’s shocking 3-2 win over Pumas. Playing with 10 men for the majority of the second half, Querétaro rallied behind Pablo Barrera’s brace and gutsy defending to seal the upset. Pumas, despite a spirited comeback led by Nathan Ananias da Silva and Robert Ergas, fell short in a game that highlighted Querétaro’s underdog spirit.
James Rodríguez’s Arrival: A Boost for León and Liga MX
James Rodríguez’s arrival at León has brought global attention to Liga MX. Fresh off his Copa América MVP campaign in 2024, the Colombian superstar has made an immediate impact, demonstrating his creativity and leadership on the pitch. At 33 years old, James’s pedigree, including stints at Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Everton, positions him as a transformative figure for León’s Clausura aspirations and their Club World Cup campaign this summer. Fans are eager to see how his presence will elevate León and challenge the league’s traditional powerhouses.
Preview – Jornada 3
Looking ahead to Jornada 3, León hosts Juárez in what promises to be an exciting encounter, as James Rodríguez looks to continue his influence. Tigres UANL will travel to Guadalajara in a marquee match against Chivas, where Tigres’ perfect start will be put to the test by a resilient opponent. Querétaro faces a buoyant Tijuana squad, aiming to build on their upset victory against Pumas. Meanwhile, Club América faces Santos Laguna in a game crucial for regaining momentum, and Cruz Azul seeks redemption against Puebla after a sluggish start to the season.
Sunday’s fixture between Pumas and Atlas is another one to watch. Pumas will look to bounce back from their shock defeat, but Atlas, led by Eduardo Aguirre, could exploit their defensive vulnerabilities. With key matches across the board, Jornada 3 is set to shape early narratives in the Clausura.
As always, the CABRA boys have your best bets lined up for the weekend below!
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LOCK of the WEEK:
Chivas vs Tigres
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History and Form Favor Tigres in Clash With Chivas
Tigres (+160) enter their matchup against Chivas with a strong track record and promising form, making them clear favorites, so I love that we are getting plus odds here. In their last five visits to Guadalajara, Tigres have dominated, winning four times and drawing once, a testament to their ability to perform away from home in this fixture. They’ve also started the season unbeaten, showcasing consistency and momentum, unlike Chivas, who have struggled to find their rhythm early in the Clausura campaign. They’re really lacking a true striker man. With Tigres’ solid defense and efficient attack, their form suggests they’re well-positioned to take all three points once again.
Hat Trick Chris Lock of the Week:
1-0-1, +1.1 Units
Tigres To Win (+160, 1 Unit)
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Andre’s Lock of the Week: Leon to Win (-135, 2 Units)
0-2, -3 Units
BetLigaMX’s Lock of the Week: Mazatlan/Toluca BTTS + Over 2.5 Goals (-115, 2 Units)
1-1, +0.2 Units
Compa Garrett’s Lock of the Week: San Luis Draw No Bet (-140, 3 Units)
0-2, -4 Units
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