Matchup between Seattle Sounders & Puebla is shaping up to be one of those affairs where recent results gets out the window. Kicking off
Seattle Sounders’s been erratic, their showings swinging from classy to baffling. Meanwhile, Puebla’s fighting through a slump, their rearguard looking porous.
Looking at past meetings, it’s a crapshoot. Seattle Sounders’s had the edge lately, but the game’s got a terrible memory.
For what it’s worth: Both sides’ve got holes. Seattle Sounders’s center park’s off-rhythm, while Puebla’s forwards lacks a cutting edge.
When it comes to the North American Leagues Cup, this game carries greater importance. The division’s race for European places means every point counts, and both teams know a positive result here could shift momentum in the rankings. Current performances in the North American Leagues Cup suggests neither team can afford mistakes, making this tie even more compelling.
But hey, there’s a feeling about this one—perhaps, it’s the game where somebody steps up.
Final thought: This ain't just another match—it's must-watch football with implications at both ends of the table. Mark your calendars.From the better box:
If you’re backing this one, here’s the real talk.
Seattle Sounders at 1.67 to win feels slightly short given their Jekyll-and-Hyde act in the North American Leagues Cup this term. Their xG (expected goals) suggest they’re due a regression — analytics guys would avoid.
Puebla’s 4.62 odds smells value, especially if their center forward (CF) shakes off his cold streak.
The wise guys’ll likely poke at the Draw 4.48 — these big games often follow scripts, and occasion can stifle attacking flow.
Over the last matches Seattle Sounders holds victories - 4, losses - 1 and draws - 0. Puebla on the other hand ends the latest games with victories - 2, losses - 3 and draws - 0. Based on the games played a conclusion can be made that Seattle Sounders currently is in better form, in comparison to Puebla.
Seattle Sounders: Minnesota United – (Loss 1:0), Los Angeles Galaxy – (Win 0:4), Tijuana – (Win 2:1), Santos Laguna – (Win 2:1), Cruz Azul – (Win 0:7).
Puebla: San Luis – (Loss 0:2), Tigres UANL – (Loss 7:0), Montreal Impact – (Win 1:2), Columbus Crew – (Loss 3:1), New-York City – (Win 0:3).
