Our Cruz Azul vs Monterrey Prediction: 1-1
Cruz Azul vs Monterrey in the CONCACAF Champions Cup is scheduled for an 03:00 GMT kick-off on Wednesday March 18, 2026. A 1-1 result is our main prediction, but with both teams likely to score, BTTS is another strong betting choice.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Cruz Azul's Last Match – Unam Pumas vs Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul will aim to turn their fortunes around after a 2-2 Mexico Liga MX draw with Unam Pumas on March 15. In that match, Cruz Azul controlled 48% of possession and managed 18 shots on goal, with 5 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Unam Pumas | 52% | 5 (1) | 1.07 | 30 |
 Cruz Azul | 48% | 18 (5) | 1.34 | 50 |
Monterrey's Last Match – Juarez FC vs Monterrey
Monterrey should win to turn things around after settling for a 2-2 Mexico Liga MX draw against Juarez FC on March 14. In that match, Monterrey recorded 44% possession, firing 5 shots at goal, with 3 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Juarez FC | 56% | 13 (8) | 3.44 | 56 |
 Monterrey | 44% | 5 (3) | 0.9 | 29 |
Cruz Azul vs Monterrey Stats
Key Stats
| Cruz Azul | Monterrey | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.46 | Attacking Strength | 2.04 |
| 0.68 | Defence Strength | 0.49 |
| 2.6 | Points Per Game | 1.1 |
| 8/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 4/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 3/10 |
| 8/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
| 2.5 | Average Scored | 1.2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cruz Azul are averaging 2.5 goals scored and 0.8 conceded per match, while Monterrey average 1.2 scored and 1.2 conceded per game.
Cruz Azul 25-8
Monterrey 12-12
What are the odds for this match?
Cruz Azul to win: @1.7
Draw: @4
Monterrey to win: @4.333