Urawa Red Diamonds FC vs CF Monterrey Prediction: A lifetime opportunity for Rayados to play against the elites in the knockout phase

Urawa Red Diamonds FC vs CF Monterrey: Prediction and odds on the Match on 26 June 2025

The Red Devils will play for pride when they face off against CF Monterrey at the Rose Bowl Stadium on Thursday. Urawa Red Diamonds failed to win any of their last two games, and even if they amass all the points, it won’t be enough to secure them a knockout spot. Meanwhile, Monterrey stand a better chance of joining either Inter Milan or River Plate in the next round of the FIFA Club World Cup. 

Urawa Red Diamonds: form and statistics

One of the most successful Japanese teams are on the verge of missing out on the knockout round of the FIFA Club World Cup, after failing to win any of their last two games. More recently, despite scoring first, Urawa Red Diamonds were overpowered by the experienced Inter Milan side. The Red Devils began the game as the second-best team; however, their only shot at goal found the back of the net through Ryoma Watanabe. Urawa Red Diamonds ended the first half on the winning end, but the game changed trajectory when Lautaro Martinez scored in the 78th minute. The game was looking like it was going to end in a share of the spoils until Valentin Carboni scored for Inter Milan in the 92nd minute. 

This performance was after their (3-1) opening day loss against River Plate at the Lumen Field. Urawa Red Diamonds have found the back of the net two times, while conceding five. 

Urawa Red Diamonds currently sit at the bottom of the log, and they’ll bow out of the competition without any hope of advancing to the next round. 

Urawa Red Diamonds FC Line Up

The Red Diamonds have not been at their best in this competition, but one thing is that they have scored in back-to-back FIFA Club World Cup games. They’ll definitely attack more against CF Monterrey as they stand a chance against the Mexican side. 

Urawa Red Diamonds FC Potential Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Nishikawa—Ishiara, Boza, Hoinbraten, Youchi Naganuma—Yasui, Gustafson—Kaneko, Savio, Watanabe—Matsuo

Out: Kai Shinato

Head Coach: Maciej Skorża

CF Monterrey: form and statistics

The Rayados are yet to lose a single FIFA Club World Cup game, as they occupy third place on the log. CF Monterrey have been one of the best defensive teams in this competition, conceding once in their last two games. After their hard-fought share of the spoils against the UEFA Champions League runner-up, the Rayados settled for another stalemate. CF Monterrey were the second-best from the start to the end of the game against River Plate FC. They managed three (3) shots in the entire game, compared to their opponent’s eighteen (18). Moreover, goalkeeper Esteban Andrada picked up the man of the match award after making a whopping six saves in the game. 

CF Monterrey remain unbeaten in the FIFA Club World Cup, although they are yet to win a game so far. They have picked up two points from the last two matches, scoring once and conceding a goal. 

CF Monterrey Lineup

The Royados have not been able to express themselves freely in front of goal; however, they have played very well defensively. Sergio Ramos and goalkeeper Esteban Andrada have been their best players, showcasing their focus on defending. 

CF Monterrey Potential Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Esteban Andrada—Arteaga, Sergio Ramos, Medina, Aguirre—Rodriguez, Deossa—Ocampus, Canales, Corona—Berterame

Out: Carlos Salcedo 

Head Coach: Domenec Torrent

Urawa Red Diamonds FC vs CF Monterrey: head to head statistics

Urawa Red Diamonds will face off against another South American side in the space of three days. The Red Devils didn’t do well, and they’ll be keen to adjust this time against a desperate opponent. 

Urawa Red Diamonds FC vs CF Monterrey: Betting Tips & Odds

• Both teams have scored in seven of the last eight Urawa Red Diamonds games, you can try out a BTTS, which is available for 1.75 on the Betway bookmaker website.
• A total of over 2.5 goals has surfaced in six of the last seven previous Urawa Red Diamonds FC games. You can try out more than two goals here for 1.62, which is available on the 1xbet bookmaker website.
• CF Monterrey has failed to win any of their last three matches in all competitions, so you can bet on a Urawa Red Diamonds win for 4.20 on the Betway bookmaker.
• More than four cards have been awarded in eight of CF Monterrey’s last ten games. This game might also produce a total of over 4.5 cards, and this option is available for 2.30 on the Bet365 bookmaker.

Urawa Red Diamonds FC vs CF Monterrey match prediction 26 June 2025

The Urawa Red Diamonds have not lived up to expectations in this competition, and they’ll bow out even with a win against CF Monterrey. The Red Devils have scored in their last two games, conceding five times. Meanwhile, CF Monterrey are one of the best defensive teams in the FIFA Club World Cup so far, conceding once in their last two games. 

This is a must-win game for CF Monterrey, but not for Urawa Red Diamonds, who are out of the running for the knockout stages.

CF Monterrey are not going to defend this time, as they need to score more and secure the maximum points. They’ll definitely be at their best this time, and I expect them to advance to the next round. Having said that, Urawa Red Diamonds have shown they can score, and I believe this game will end in more than two goals. 

My match prediction is for CF Monterrey to win, with a coefficient of 1.75 on the 1xbet bookmaker. 

My betting tip for CF Monterrey to score before the break is with a coefficient of 1.62 on Bet365 bookmaker.

My final tip for this game is for BTTS for a coefficient of 1.75 on the Betway bookmaker.

Good luck!