Liga MX Apertura - 3
Atlas vs NS Monterrey
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | Atlas | 1 - 2 | Monterrey | Friendlies Clubs | |
| 07/27/2025 | Monterrey | 3 - 1 | Atlas | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA Bancomer |
| 01/30/2025 | Atlas | 3 - 3 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio Jalisco |
| 11/03/2024 | Monterrey | 4 - 0 | Atlas | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA |
| 03/17/2024 | Atlas | 1 - 2 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio Jalisco |
| 07/10/2023 | Monterrey | 1 - 0 | Atlas | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA |
Atlas Win
Monterrey Win
Draw
Match Preview
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Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Early Season Rust Meets Individual Brilliance
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 100/100. With both sides stumbling out of the gates in the Apertura, this matchup lacks immediate urgency but boasts enough individual talent to produce a decisive moment of magic.
The Setup
It is only round three, and the early season rust is visible. A distinctly low Form rating reflects two sides still searching for rhythm. The Estadio Jalisco provides the backdrop for a fixture where the overall Stakes are minimal right now. Yet, the Stars on display cannot be ignored. Monterrey brings significant firepower up top, whilst Atlas will heavily lean on their defensive structure. The competitive Balance suggests a coin-toss affair, with neither team showing enough collective dominance to easily blow the other away.
Key Battle
The defensive steel of Manuel Capasso against the direct threat of Lucas Ocampos will dictate the tempo. Monterrey's wide man will look to isolate his marker and cut inside at every opportunity. Capasso must time his interventions perfectly to neutralize the away side's most potent creative outlet.
Our Prediction
A low-scoring grind. The odds give the visitors a marginal edge, but our take leans toward a disjointed draw. Monterrey has the superior attacking personnel with G. Berterame and H. Cuypers lurking, but their collective mechanics simply aren't clicking yet. Atlas will gladly dig in and frustrate them.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Feel free to skip it. Both teams are struggling for early momentum, and this will likely be a sluggish, disjointed tactical affair.
What's the predicted outcome?
A tight, low-scoring draw or a narrow Monterrey win. The visitors hold a slight probability edge but lack the cohesion to dominate.
Where are Atlas and Monterrey in the league table?
It is only round three of the Apertura. Early standings are largely irrelevant right now as both teams are still settling into the campaign.
What is Monterrey's current form?
Poor. A very low form rating highlights their sluggish start to the season. They desperately need to find their attacking rhythm.
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Lucas Ocampos is the standout. The Monterrey star has already bagged 1 goal in 1 match, boasting a solid 7.7 average rating.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.