Monterrey vs Cruz Azul Prediction: Monterrey Favorite to Win

In the upcoming fixture of Liga MX, Monterrey will be up against Cruz Azul at the BBVA Stadium in Guadalupe, Mexico. Going in the contest, Monterrey stands 2nd with 7 wins and 25 points points from 13 games played. On the other hand, Cruz Azul stands 15th with 3 wins and 12 points in the contest so far. Though Cruz Azul leads the wins count over Monterrey by 5 wins, Monterrey will be the potential favorites to win this time. Whereas, when the last time these two sides played against each other, the game ended in a draw 2-2. 

Monterrey - Coming off a Draw Against Mazatlan FC (DWLDD)

Going in the game, Monterrey is coming off a draw against Mazatlan FC (0-0), and before that a win against Tijuana (0-3). From the game against Tijuana, German Berterame, Rodrigo Aguirre, and Jaziel Martinez scored goals. With a goal scoring average of 1.8 goals per game, Monterrey will look to take on Cruz Azul and win the game comprehensively. Monterrey haven’t lost to Cruz Azul in their last 5 meetings (3W 2D).

Key Players for Monterrey

• Rodrigo Aguirre
• Arturo Gonzalez
• Rogelio Funes

Cruz Azul - Coming off a Draw Against FC Juarez (DWLLL)

After losing three back to back games in the contest, Cruz Azul came out strongly and won the game against Queretaro (2-1). After that, Azul secured a draw against FC Juarez (2-2), in which Michael Estrada and Gonzal Carneiro scored goals. With a goal scoring average of 1.3 goals per game, Cruz Azul will look forward to play with a balanced attack.

Key Players for Cruz Azul

• Santiago Gimenez
• Carlos Antuna
• Cristian Tabo

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the game, Monterrey will be the favorite to win and take the first place in the table standings. Moreover, the game total is expected to be over 2.5 and both teams to score a goal.

• Monterrey to Win for 1.64
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.8
• Total Over 2.5 for 1.86