Our Cruz Azul vs Monterrey Prediction: 3-1
Cruz Azul vs Monterrey in the Mexico Liga MX is scheduled for an 01:05 GMT kick-off on Sunday March 9, 2025. Our analysis favors a 3-1 home win, but considering the likelihood of multiple goals, over 2.5 goals is also a solid wager.
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 – Seattle Sounders vs Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul should win to turn things around after settling for a 0-0 CONCACAF Champions Cup draw against Seattle Sounders on March 6. In that match, Cruz Azul controlled 56% of possession and managed 3 shots on goal, with 2 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Seattle Sounders | 44% | 3 (2) | 1.05 | 34 |
Cruz Azul | 56% | 3 (2) | 0.22 | 37 |
Monterrey's Last Match – Vancouver Whitecaps vs Monterrey
Monterrey will aim to turn their fortunes around after a 1-1 CONCACAF Champions Cup draw with Vancouver Whitecaps on March 6. In that match, Monterrey recorded 35% possession, firing 5 shots at goal, with 3 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Vancouver Whitecaps | 65% | 16 (6) | 2.18 | 98 |
Monterrey | 35% | 5 (3) | 0.18 | 17 |
Cruz Azul vs Monterrey Stats
Key Stats
| Cruz Azul | Monterrey | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.33 | Attacking Strength | 1.46 |
| 0.69 | Defence Strength | 1.21 |
| 2.3 | Points Per Game | 2 |
| 7/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 5/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.9 | Average Scored | 2.2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cruz Azul are averaging 1.9 goals scored and 0.7 conceded per match, while Monterrey average 2.2 scored and 1.2 conceded per game.
Cruz Azul 19-7
Monterrey 22-12
What are the odds for this match?
Cruz Azul to win: @1.85
Draw: @3.5
Monterrey to win: @4.2
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.9
Lineups
Cruz Azul (3-4-2-1) : Kevin Mier, Willer Ditta, Erik Lira, Gonzalo Piovi, Jorge Sanchez, Ignacio Rivero, Carlos Rodriguez, Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi, Mateusz Bogusz, Lorenzo Faravelli, Angel Sepulveda
Monterrey (4-2-3-1) : Luis Cardenas, Ricardo Chavez, Stefan Medina, Sergio Ramos, Gerardo Arteaga, Jorge Rodriguez, Iker Jareth Fimbres Ochoa, Sergio Canales, Oliver Torres, Lucas Ocampos, German Berterame