Monterrey and Cruz Azul face each other in an official match of the 2026/27 Liga MX season. The game takes place at Estadio BBVA (El Gigante de Acero) on Sunday, 20/09/2026, at 02:10 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for Club de Fútbol Monterrey Rayados vs Cruz Azul Fútbol Club A.C., based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.
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The Striped Ones preview
Monterrey comes into the match having played 7 games in the Liga MX so far. They have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws, and 3 losses, with an average of 1.43 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026/27 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 19 wins, 8 draws, and 18 losses.
Monterrey's attack has scored 74 goals during this period. Out of this total, 13 goals were scored in the Liga MX, averaging 1.86 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.64.
The offence system of Monterrey is led by Germán Berterame as the top scorer of the season. The argentinian forward has scored 13 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Óliver Torres, who has contributed with 8 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 10 goals with an average of 1.43 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 68 goals conceded in 45 matches, resulting in an average of 1.51.
The Machine preview
On the other hand, Cruz Azul comes into the match having played 8 games in the Liga MX so far. They have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws, and 3 losses, with an average of 1.88 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026/27 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 29 wins, 16 draws, and 7 losses.
Cruz Azul's attack has scored 94 goals during this period. Out of this total, 16 goals were scored in the Liga MX, averaging 2 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.81.
The offence system of Cruz Azul is led by Gabriel Matías Fernández Leites as the top scorer of the season. The uruguayan forward has scored 14 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, José Paradela, who has contributed with 10 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 14 goals with an average of 1.75 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 62 goals conceded in 52 matches, resulting in an average of 1.19.
Head to head: Monterrey vs Cruz Azul
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Monterrey
Mexico - Liga MX
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L L W W |
1.4 |
| Home | D L W W W |
2 |
| Away | L W L L D |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 43% | 50% | 33% |
| Goals | 3.29 | 4 | 2.33 |
| Scored | 1.86 | 2.5 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.43 | 1.5 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 57% | 75% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 29% | 25% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 29% | 25% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 43% | 50% | 33% |
|
xG
|
2.03 | 2.49 | 1.42 |
|
xGA
|
1.1 | 0.85 | 1.43 |
Cruz Azul
Mexico - Liga MX
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W L L |
1.8 |
| Home | W W L L W |
1.8 |
| Away | W L W W W |
2.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 63% | 60% | 67% |
| Goals | 3.75 | 3.6 | 4 |
| Scored | 2 | 1.8 | 2.33 |
| Conceded | 1.75 | 1.8 | 1.67 |
| Both Teams to Score | 75% | 60% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 13% | 20% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 13% | 20% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 43% | 40% | 33% |
|
xG
|
2.22 | 2.26 | 2.17 |
|
xGA
|
1.46 | 1.55 | 1.33 |
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