Said Godinez

① Both sides are likely to cancel each other out in a cautious battle.

② Home turf gives Spartans FC a slight edge in setup.

③ A draw seems the most probable outcome with limited clear chances.

① Pachuca's quality and away form give them the edge.

② Mazatlan can exploit pace on the counter and cause trouble.

③ Expect an open game with multiple goals and both teams scoring.