Liga MX Gameweek 8, Apertura

Monterrey vs NS Tigres UANL

Estadio BBVA

Match Preview

Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching

Futmetrix Verdict
57
Monterrey
vs
Tigres UANL
Sun, Sep 13 • 01:10 Español
⚡ Form 79
⚖️ Balance 98
🏆 Stakes 2
⭐ Stars 97
Pride outweighs points in local derby.

Win Probability

  • Monterrey 42%
  • Draw 27%
  • Tigres UANL 31%

Futmetrix AI estimate

Derby Day Drama Amidst Mid-Table Mediocrity

Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 57/100. Our take is simple: the league positions are poor, but the sheer offensive firepower guarantees a chaotic spectacle.

The Setup

Monterrey and Tigres UANL cross paths at Estadio BBVA this September 13, 2026, in a derby currently lacking its usual league gravity. The hosts sit ninth, plagued by highly inconsistent Form. The visitors, meanwhile, are languishing down in 16th place. Despite the modest Stakes for the Apertura campaign right now, the high volume of Stars on display promises fireworks. Neither side possesses defensive Balance, as both backlines have leaked goals at an alarming rate throughout the opening weeks of the season.

Key Battle

Diego Rossi is the primary spark for the home side. His movement in the final third must be closely tracked, or he will ruthlessly punish the visitors. Conversely, Tigres will rely heavily on Juan Brunetta to weave magic in transition. The playmaker who finds the most pockets of space will ultimately decide this fierce local rivalry.

Our Prediction

We expect a 2-1 Monterrey victory. Both defenses are prone to handing out gifts, but the hosts have slightly more attacking edge to capitalize. Tigres will undoubtedly strike on the break, only to be overwhelmed by relentless late pressure from the home side.

Key Questions

Should I watch this match?

Absolutely. The league standings might be underwhelming, but derby day pride and leaky defenses make this a must-watch for neutrals.

What's the predicted outcome?

We expect a 2-1 win for Monterrey. Their superior firepower should eventually exploit a highly vulnerable Tigres defense.

Where are Monterrey and Tigres UANL in the league table?

Monterrey sit in ninth place with 9 points, while Tigres are struggling down in 16th with just 5 points.

What is Monterrey's current form?

The hosts have been highly erratic lately, recording two wins and three losses across their last five league fixtures.

Who is the in-form player to watch?

Juan Brunetta (Tigres UANL) is the standout performer, boasting 2 goals and 1 assist in 3 matches with a superb 8.2 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.

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
11/02/2025 Monterrey 1 - 1 Tigres UANL Liga MX Estadio BBVA Bancomer
04/13/2025 Tigres UANL 2 - 1 Monterrey Liga MX Estadio Universitario
10/20/2024 Monterrey 4 - 2 Tigres UANL Liga MX Estadio BBVA
05/13/2024 Monterrey 1 - 1 Tigres UANL Liga MX Estadio BBVA
05/10/2024 Tigres UANL 1 - 2 Monterrey Liga MX Estadio Universitario
04/14/2024 Monterrey 3 - 3 Tigres UANL Liga MX Estadio BBVA
11/02/2025
Liga MX Estadio BBVA Bancomer
04/13/2025
Liga MX Estadio Universitario
10/20/2024
Liga MX Estadio BBVA
05/13/2024
Liga MX Estadio BBVA
05/10/2024
Liga MX Estadio Universitario
04/14/2024
Liga MX Estadio BBVA
Monterrey Win
Tigres UANL Win
Draw

Season Statistics

9
League Position
16
9
Points
5
13
Goals Scored
8
10
Goals Conceded
10

League Standings

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Club America 6 16 12 2 +10 WClub America 2 - 0 Puebla (30-08-2026)WFC Juarez 1 - 2 Club America (22-08-2026)WClub America 3 - 0 Atletico San Luis (16-08-2026)WClub America 3 - 0 Santos Laguna (02-08-2026)DAtlante FC 1 - 1 Club America (25-07-2026)
2 Guadalajara Chivas 7 14 12 6 +6 WAtletico San Luis 0 - 3 Guadalajara Chivas (05-09-2026)DCF Pachuca 1 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (29-08-2026)WGuadalajara Chivas 5 - 2 Club Tijuana (22-08-2026)WSantos Laguna 0 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (17-08-2026)DPuebla 1 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (01-08-2026)
3 Toluca 6 13 12 4 +8 WToluca 4 - 0 FC Juarez (31-08-2026)WClub Queretaro 1 - 2 Toluca (22-08-2026)DAtlante FC 0 - 0 Toluca (15-08-2026)WToluca 3 - 1 Necaxa (03-08-2026)LToluca 1 - 2 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (22-07-2026)
4 Club Tijuana 6 13 10 7 +3 WClub Tijuana 2 - 0 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (29-08-2026)LGuadalajara Chivas 5 - 2 Club Tijuana (22-08-2026)WClub Tijuana 2 - 1 Cruz Azul (17-08-2026)DAtletico San Luis 0 - 0 Club Tijuana (01-08-2026)WClub Tijuana 1 - 0 Leon (25-07-2026)
5 Atlas 6 12 9 8 +1 DAtlas 1 - 1 Atlante FC (06-09-2026)LAtlas 1 - 3 Club Queretaro (29-08-2026)WCruz Azul 0 - 2 Atlas (23-08-2026)WAtlas 2 - 1 Tigres UANL (16-08-2026)LAtlas 0 - 2 Monterrey (02-08-2026)
6 Club Queretaro 6 10 9 7 +2 WAtlas 1 - 3 Club Queretaro (29-08-2026)LClub Queretaro 1 - 2 Toluca (22-08-2026)DU.N.A.M. - Pumas 0 - 0 Club Queretaro (16-08-2026)WClub Queretaro 3 - 2 Tigres UANL (01-08-2026)WCF Pachuca 1 - 2 Club Queretaro (27-07-2026)
7 Leon 6 10 8 6 +2 LU.N.A.M. - Pumas 3 - 1 Leon (11-09-2026)DAtlante FC 1 - 1 Leon (29-08-2026)WLeon 2 - 0 Monterrey (22-08-2026)WNecaxa 1 - 2 Leon (18-08-2026)WLeon 1 - 0 CF Pachuca (02-08-2026)
8 Puebla 6 10 9 9 0 LClub America 2 - 0 Puebla (30-08-2026)WPuebla 3 - 2 Santos Laguna (23-08-2026)WCF Pachuca 2 - 3 Puebla (18-08-2026)DPuebla 1 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (01-08-2026)LCruz Azul 2 - 1 Puebla (22-07-2026)
9 Monterrey 6 9 13 10 +3 LMonterrey 1 - 3 Atletico San Luis (31-08-2026)LLeon 2 - 0 Monterrey (22-08-2026)WMonterrey 6 - 1 FC Juarez (16-08-2026)WAtlas 0 - 2 Monterrey (02-08-2026)LNecaxa 2 - 1 Monterrey (26-07-2026)
10 Cruz Azul 6 9 11 11 0 WCruz Azul 1 - 0 Santos Laguna (06-09-2026)WNecaxa 1 - 3 Cruz Azul (29-08-2026)LCruz Azul 0 - 2 Atlas (23-08-2026)LClub Tijuana 2 - 1 Cruz Azul (17-08-2026)LCruz Azul 2 - 3 Atlante FC (02-08-2026)
11 CF Pachuca 7 8 10 8 +2 WFC Juarez 0 - 2 CF Pachuca (05-09-2026)DCF Pachuca 1 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (29-08-2026)DAtletico San Luis 1 - 1 CF Pachuca (23-08-2026)LCF Pachuca 2 - 3 Puebla (18-08-2026)LLeon 1 - 0 CF Pachuca (02-08-2026)
12 U.N.A.M. - Pumas 6 8 8 8 0 WU.N.A.M. - Pumas 3 - 1 Leon (11-09-2026)LClub Tijuana 2 - 0 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (29-08-2026)DU.N.A.M. - Pumas 1 - 1 Necaxa (24-08-2026)DU.N.A.M. - Pumas 0 - 0 Club Queretaro (16-08-2026)WFC Juarez 1 - 5 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (01-08-2026)
13 Necaxa 6 7 8 11 -3 DTigres UANL 1 - 1 Necaxa (06-09-2026)LNecaxa 1 - 3 Cruz Azul (29-08-2026)DU.N.A.M. - Pumas 1 - 1 Necaxa (24-08-2026)LNecaxa 1 - 2 Leon (18-08-2026)LToluca 3 - 1 Necaxa (03-08-2026)
14 Atlante FC 6 6 6 8 -2 DAtlas 1 - 1 Atlante FC (06-09-2026)DAtlante FC 1 - 1 Leon (29-08-2026)LTigres UANL 2 - 0 Atlante FC (22-08-2026)DAtlante FC 0 - 0 Toluca (15-08-2026)WCruz Azul 2 - 3 Atlante FC (02-08-2026)
15 Atletico San Luis 7 6 8 13 -5 LAtletico San Luis 0 - 3 Guadalajara Chivas (05-09-2026)WMonterrey 1 - 3 Atletico San Luis (31-08-2026)DAtletico San Luis 1 - 1 CF Pachuca (23-08-2026)LClub America 3 - 0 Atletico San Luis (16-08-2026)DAtletico San Luis 0 - 0 Club Tijuana (01-08-2026)
16 Tigres UANL 6 5 8 10 -2 DTigres UANL 1 - 1 Necaxa (06-09-2026)DSantos Laguna 0 - 0 Tigres UANL (30-08-2026)WTigres UANL 2 - 0 Atlante FC (22-08-2026)LAtlas 2 - 1 Tigres UANL (16-08-2026)LClub Queretaro 3 - 2 Tigres UANL (01-08-2026)
17 Santos Laguna 6 1 4 11 -7 LCruz Azul 1 - 0 Santos Laguna (06-09-2026)DSantos Laguna 0 - 0 Tigres UANL (30-08-2026)LPuebla 3 - 2 Santos Laguna (23-08-2026)LSantos Laguna 0 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (17-08-2026)LClub America 3 - 0 Santos Laguna (02-08-2026)
18 FC Juarez 7 0 3 21 -18 LFC Juarez 0 - 2 CF Pachuca (05-09-2026)LToluca 4 - 0 FC Juarez (31-08-2026)LFC Juarez 1 - 2 Club America (22-08-2026)LMonterrey 6 - 1 FC Juarez (16-08-2026)LFC Juarez 1 - 5 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (01-08-2026)