Xolos will host Santos Laguna this Sunday as both teams look to secure a victory. The match is scheduled as the closing game for Jornada 10. Both teams find themselves in the lower zone of the general standings.
Teams’ Recent Form and Urgency for Points
In their last two encounters, Xolos and Santos have one draw and one victory combined. Santos Laguna are in desperate need of a win. They have only managed two draws in the tournament so far, placing them at the bottom of the general standings.
Santos also find themselves in third place regarding the quotient. They risk falling to second last place with recent victories from Puebla.
Xolos’ Manager Aims for Consistency
Xolos’ manager, Sebastián Abreu, has struggled to find consistency with the team. They have only one victory and six draws. This places them in 14th position with nine points. A victory could put them in contention for a place in the Liguilla.
Santos Laguna in Crisis, Seeking Fan Reconnection
Santos Laguna are experiencing a crisis, having only managed to draw with Juárez and Querétaro. Earning points is crucial for Santos Laguna. It is important for reconciling with their fans who are disappointed.
Points are also needed to improve their position regarding percentages.
Historical Head-to-Head Record Favours Santos
In their ten most recent matches, Santos have dominated with six victories. Xolos have won three times. They have drawn on two occasions.
Santos Laguna’s Manager Sees Improvement
Santos’ manager, Roberto Omar Tapia, believes the team is improving. He stated that “The team has changed the face, goes out to win” after their performance against Cruz Azul. Tapia hopes the fans will be pleased and assured that “the team is close to victory”.
Santos Laguna will be aiming for all three points at Estadio Caliente, with Tapia hoping “his players can do better”.
Match Details and Broadcast Information
The match between Xolos and Santos is scheduled to take place this Sunday. Kick-off is at 21:06 hours. The game will be broadcast on Fox One.