Our Cruz Azul vs Monterrey Prediction: 2-1
Cruz Azul vs Monterrey in the Mexico Liga MX is scheduled for an 03:05 GMT kick-off on Sunday October 26, 2025. We’re backing a 2-1 home win, but with both sides regularly hitting the scoreboard, BTTS is a strong option for bettors.
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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Recent Form Insights
Cruz Azul's Last Match – Necaxa vs Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 1-1 Mexico Liga MX draw against Necaxa on October 22. In that match, Cruz Azul controlled 60% of possession and managed 9 shots on goal, with 5 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Necaxa | 40% | 13 (4) | 0.9 | 42 |
 Cruz Azul | 60% | 9 (5) | 0.98 | 33 |
Monterrey's Last Match – Monterrey vs Juarez FC
Monterrey will look to carry forward their winning form after a 4-2 Mexico Liga MX success over Juarez FC on October 22. In that match, Monterrey recorded 60% possession, firing 10 shots at goal, with 7 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Monterrey | 60% | 10 (7) | 1.33 | 35 |
 Juarez FC | 40% | 6 (3) | 0.77 | 36 |
Cruz Azul vs Monterrey Stats
Key Stats
| Cruz Azul | Monterrey | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.29 | Attacking Strength | 1.33 |
| 0.86 | Defence Strength | 1.1 |
| 2.1 | Points Per Game | 2 |
| 6/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 1.7 | Average Scored | 2.1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cruz Azul are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Monterrey average 2.3 scored and 1.7 conceded per game.
Cruz Azul 16-12
Monterrey 23-17
Lineups
Cruz Azul (3-4-2-1) : Kevin Mier, Jesus Orozco, Willer Ditta, Carlos Rodriguez, Jorge Sanchez, Jeremy Marquez, Lorenzo Faravelli, Erik Lira, Jose Paradela, Gabriel Fernandez, Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi
Monterrey (4-2-3-1) : Luis Cardenas, Stefan Medina, Ricardo Chavez, Sergio Ramos, Gerardo Arteaga, Jorge Rodriguez, Oliver Torres, Luis Reyes, Sergio Canales, Lucas Ocampos, German Berterame