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Match Events
7' César Garza (Jesús Corona)
↓ Jesús Orozco ↑Alan Mozo 45'
HT
58' César Garza
Gonzalo Piovi 60'
61' ↓ Daniel Aceves ↑Stefan Medina
↓ José Paradela ↑Osinachi Ebere 62'
↓ Agustín Palavecino ↑Luka Romero 62'
76' ↓ Lucas Orellano ↑Jorge Rodríguez
76' ↓ Jesús Corona ↑Fidel Ambriz
↓ Ángel Márquez ↑Nicolás Ibañez 79'
↓ Gabriel Fernández ↑Ariel Castro 79'
88' ↓ Óliver Torres ↑Luis Reyes
88' ↓ César Garza ↑Iker Fimbres
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Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Monterrey
Goalkeepers
Esteban Andrada 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Ricardo Chávez 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
54%
Duel Win %
Víctor Guzmán
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alonso Aceves
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Cesar Garza Cantu 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Midfielders
Óliver Torres 
NPC
88
Minutes
88
Minutes
37%
Pass Acc
6.6
Rating
Orbelín Pineda 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Luca Orellano
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Jesús Corona 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
19%
Pass Acc
Lucas Ocampos
STORMTROOPER
6
Shots
6
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Hugo Cuypers 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Luis Cárdenas 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Stefan Medina
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luis Reyes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
2
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fidel Ambríz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Érick Aguirre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jorge Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Iker Fimbres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
2
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Roberto de la Rosa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Uroš Đurđević
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cruz Azul
Goalkeepers
Kevin Mier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jeremy Márquez
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Willer Ditta
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Gonzalo Piovi
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
45%
Duel Win %
Jesús Orozco
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Midfielders
Érik Lira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Agustín Palavecino 
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
1
Blocks
José Paradela 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
Carlos Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Omar Campos
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Gabriel Fernández
STORMTROOPER
5
Shots
5
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
BENCH
Andrés Gudiño
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Alan Mozo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ralph Orquin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alán Montes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrés Montaño
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nicolás Ibáñez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luka Romero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2026 | Cruz Azul | 1 - 1 | Monterrey | CONCACAF Champions League | Estadio Cuauhtemoc |
| 03/11/2026 | Monterrey | 2 - 3 | Cruz Azul | CONCACAF Champions League | Estadio BBVA |
| 03/01/2026 | Monterrey | 0 - 2 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA |
| 10/26/2025 | Cruz Azul | 2 - 0 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Universitario |
| 03/09/2025 | Cruz Azul | 1 - 1 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Universitario |
| 07/14/2024 | Monterrey | 0 - 4 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA |
| 05/20/2024 | Cruz Azul | 1 - 2 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes |
| 05/17/2024 | Monterrey | 0 - 1 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA |
| 04/07/2024 | Cruz Azul | 2 - 1 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes |
| 08/28/2023 | Monterrey | 1 - 2 | Cruz Azul | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA |
Monterrey Win
Cruz Azul Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 9 GD: +11
P: 9 GD: +9
P: 8 GD: +9
P: 9 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 9 GD: +2
P: 9 GD: 0
P: 9 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 9 GD: +5
P: 9 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: -5
P: 9 GD: -5
P: 9 GD: -6
P: 9 GD: -4
P: 9 GD: -6
League Standings
P: 10 GD: +11
P: 9 GD: +11
P: 10 GD: +7
P: 9 GD: +5
P: 10 GD: +3
P: 10 GD: -1
P: 10 GD: +1
P: 9 GD: +1
P: 10 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: +2
P: 10 GD: +4
P: 10 GD: -2
P: 10 GD: -4
P: 10 GD: -3
P: 10 GD: -3
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 10 GD: -8
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Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Steel City Stunner: Monterrey Hold Firm
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 34/100. Our takeaway is that an explosive early breakthrough and stunning goalkeeping heroics proved just enough for Monterrey to derail a confident visiting side.
The Early Ambush
The atmosphere inside the spectacular Estadio BBVA was heavily charged with nervous energy, but Monterrey wasted absolutely no time flipping the script on their highly-rated opponents. Coming into the fixture struggling in the lower half of the standings, the Upset Factor spiked significantly just seven minutes in. A wonderfully precise delivery from Jesús Corona picked out César Garza, who ruthlessly punished a sleepy Cruz Azul defence to blast home the opening goal. That vital early strike fundamentally altered the tactical landscape of the entire evening. The confident visitors suddenly found themselves chasing shadows early on. Monterrey intelligently retreated a few paces, daring their frustrated opponents to break down a compact, determined defensive shell that looked vastly improved from their recent patchy league form.
The Siege Mentality
As the gruelling encounter progressed into its middle phases, the raw Intensity on the pitch reached an absolute boiling point. Cruz Azul edged possession with 53% of the ball and initiated a relentless, sweeping wave of attacks. The pitch quickly morphed into a chaotic shooting gallery, with 29 combined shots creating non-stop action inside both penalty areas. However, Monterrey’s star goalkeeper E. Andrada produced a definitive masterclass between the sticks. He stood incredibly tall amid the rising chaos, registering four crucial saves to deny the desperate visitors time and time again. The away side applied immense pressure through a barrage of ten total corners, but the resolute home defensive unit stubbornly refused to buckle under the heavy strain of the constant aerial bombardments.
Holding the Line
The frantic final stages served as a perfect testament to the home side's newly found grit and collective determination. The overall Stakes were exceptionally high for a struggling Monterrey outfit absolutely desperate to climb away from the lower reaches of the table. They absorbed the late pressure flawlessly, successfully turning their immense defensive resilience into a truly priceless three points. For Cruz Azul, this deeply frustrating 1-0 defeat violently snaps their positive momentum and leaves them looking slightly vulnerable in the incredibly tight race for top spots. Monterrey, meanwhile, will surely view this gritty home victory as the definitive turning point in their turbulent Apertura campaign, proving they have the defensive steel required to compete.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Monterrey's season?
This crucial victory halts their poor run of form, providing a much-needed confidence boost and three points to help them climb toward the playoff positions.
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.
A Desperate Monterrey Seeks A Lifeline Against High-Flying Cruz Azul
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 87/100. Cruz Azul's formidable away record collides with a Monterrey side fighting to escape the lower depths of the Liga MX table.
The Setup
Monterrey sit 11th, staring down a harsh Stakes reality on September 20, 2026, as they battle to climb out of the danger zone. They welcome a Cruz Azul squad sitting comfortably in 3rd place. The visitors are true away specialists this Apertura, boasting a strong Form rating despite dropping their last two fixtures overall. With Monterrey turning a corner with back-to-back wins (DLLWW), this clash at Estadio BBVA offers a perfect Balance of desperation and quality.
Key Battle
Diego Rossi vs É. Lira. The home side desperately needs Rossi's attacking flair to slice through the opposition and bring their Stars into the game. Lira anchors the visitors' midfield and must aggressively break up those creative sequences to maintain Cruz Azul's control.
Our Prediction
Monterrey are slight favourites on home soil, but Cruz Azul's away proficiency cannot be ignored. We expect a tense 2-2 draw. The hosts will push hard early to dictate terms, but the visitors possess the firepower to punish them on the counter-attack.