Cruz Azul vs Monterrey Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 25 Oct 2025

Liga MX Betting Preview: Cruz Azul vs Monterrey

Cruz Azul host Monterrey in this Liga MX clash at Olimpico Universitario, with kick-off set for 23:05 on Saturday 25 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

There could be plenty of goals in the clash between Cruz Azul and Monterrey, with this leading us to bet Over 2.5. There’s a price of -164 on the Total Goals market and we’re expecting to secure a return with this wager.

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Cruz Azul played out a 1-1 draw when last in action. This was on the road at Estadio Victoria against Club Necaxa. Nicolas Larcamon's side had four shots on target and enjoyed 62% possession, while Amaury Morales was the goalscorer.

Monterrey won their previous game, beating Juárez at home. It was a 4-2 win at Estadio BBVA. Monterrey had eight shots on goal and boasted 64% possession, with Gerardo Arteaga, Sergio Canales, German Berterame and Joaquin Moxica all on target.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Estadio Banorte hosted the last head-to-head when home side Cruz Azul drew 1-1 with Monterrey. The past 10 H2H games have involved four wins apiece along with two draws.

Liga MX		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
3	Cruz Azul	17	10	5	2	32	20	12	32:20	35
5	Monterrey	17	9	4	4	33	29	4	33:29	31

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Cruz Azul have 6 wins, 1 loss and 3 draws, averaging 1.6 goals from 5.3 shots on goal and 11.2 attempts. La Máquina Celeste have averaged 54.1% possession and 5.3 corners per match, conceding 1.2 goals and 3.5 corners from 3.2 shots on goal and 7.6 attempts.

Gabriel Fernandez leads the way with 5 goals, Jose Paradela has 3, with Ignacio Rivero and Luka Romero scoring 2. The leading assistor is Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi with 3.

Rayados have 6 victories, 1 defeat and 3 draws, with an average of 2.3 goals from 9.1 attempts and 5.1 shots on goal. Domenec Torrent's team average 58.7% possession, 3.9 corners in their favour and 4.8 corners against, while conceding 1.7 goals from 6.1 attempts and 3.9 shots on goal.

Sergio Canales has top scored with 6, while German Berterame and Lucas Ocampos are next best on 5. Lucas Ocampos has managed to clock up 5 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Cruz Azul confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Kevin Mier (GK), Willer Ditta, Erik Lira, Jesus Orozco, Jorge Sanchez, Carlos Rodriguez, Lorenzo Faravelli, Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi, Jose Paradela, Gabriel Fernandez, Jeremy Marquez.

Monterrey confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Luis Cardenas (GK), John Medina, Sergio Ramos, Luis Reyes, Ricardo Chavez, Oliver Torres, Jorge Rodriguez, Gerardo Arteaga, Sergio Canales, German Berterame, Lucas Ocampos.

Cruz Azul vs Monterrey Prediction & Betting Tips

Get the edge with our best Cruz Azul vs Monterrey tips: a key match prediction, expert corners pick, correct score recommendation, top player prop bets and a ready-made bet builder.

Match Prediction

There’s a strong argument for backing Over 2.5 Goals at attractive odds of -164 based on the information to hand. We’re expecting at least three goals to be scored in this Liga MX clash.

In order to come up with the best football predictions, we like to know the Liga MX team news and study the latest form. There are also plenty of numbers to crunch from the available stats.

Key Cruz Azul vs Monterrey league stats:

• The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Cruz Azul games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Cruz Azul games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Cruz Azul games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Monterrey games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Monterrey games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 2 Monterrey games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 games between these teams.

The top betting apps make it a 62.1% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, we think that the probability is close to 70% taking all factors into consideration. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

Those expecting a few goals to be scored might want to consider Over 3.5 Goals at a bigger price. There’s the chance to cheer on both teams when they attack and you need four or more to trigger a pay out.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Cruz Azul 2 - 1 Monterrey

We’re taking a correct score bet which involves Cruz Azul to win 2-1. The odds of +700 make plenty of appeal and you should hopefully get some entertainment with this wager.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: José Paradela Over 0.5 Shots On Target -154

José Paradela (Cruz Azul) is available at -154 to have at least one shot on goal. It’s all about backing him at attractive odds when it comes to the Shots on Target market.

Latest José Paradela Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+200

First

+600

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-154

Under 0.5

-102

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Luka Romero to Score +410

Luka Romero (Cruz Azul) has scored two goals in his past four Liga MX home matches. We think this is the pick of the player props, with a generous +410 available when it comes to backing him to score at any time.

Latest Luka Romero Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+410

First

+1150

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

+165

Under 0.5

-294

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Corners Prediction

Under 10.5 Corners -139

We’ve seen an average 6.60 corners in the past five Cruz Azul games. We think the teams might end up being short on this front, with odds of -139 on offer when it comes to this Total Corners selection.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Cruz Azul

Total

8.80 5.30 3.50

Home

10.60 7.30 3.30

Away

7.00 3.60 3.40

Monterrey

Total

8.70 3.90 4.80

Home

9.00 4.00 5.00

Away

9.00 4.90 4.10

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-106

Under 10.5

-139

Cruz Azul Corners

Over 5.5

-125

Under 5.5

-110

Monterrey Corners

Over 3.5

-125

Under 3.5

-110

Most Corners

1

-213

X

+650

2

+210

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Cruz Azul vs Monterrey Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Cruz Azul are the skinniest price to succeed in this Liga MX clash, with the favourites afforded a 53% probability based on their -111 betting odds with the bookies. If you’re interested in wagering Monterrey, you can get +250 for the underdog.

You can choose between Cruz Azul -0.5 at -109 or Monterrey +0.5 at -114 if you’re looking to bet on the Asian Handicap. The former is the same as the 1x2 market, while the latter means you also get a payout if it’s a draw.

Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest odds and that means three goals or more are anticipated. If you think both teams will score, then you can back BTTS Yes at -179.

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Full-Time Result

1

-111

X

+280

2

+250

Half-Time Result

1

+140

X

+135

2

+270

Double Chance

1X

-417

12

-476

X2

-132

Draw No Bet

1

-244

2

+155

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.5

-109

2 Hcp +0.5

-114

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+120

Over 2.5

-164

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-179

No

+123

There is +135 available that Ángel Sepúlveda finds the net at any stage. He is available at +400 to register the first goal which makes him favourite.

Ángel Sepúlveda (Cruz Azul)

First

+135

Anytime

+400

Gabriel Matías Fernández (Cruz Azul)

First

+180

Anytime

+525

Germán Berterame (Monterrey)

First

+180

Anytime

+500

Jose Ignacio Rivero (Cruz Azul)

First

+200

Anytime

+600

José Paradela (Cruz Azul)

First

+200

Anytime

+600

Lucas Ocampos (Monterrey)

First

+330

Anytime

+950

Roberto De La Rosa (Monterrey)

First

+350

Anytime

+900

Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi (Cruz Azul)

First

+400

Anytime

+1050

Luka Romero (Cruz Azul)

First

+410

Anytime

+1150

Sergio Ramos (Monterrey)

First

+475

Anytime

+1400

Jesús Corona (Monterrey)

First

+480

Anytime

+1300

Angel Marquez (Cruz Azul)

First

+500

Anytime

+1400

Lorenzo Faravelli (Cruz Azul)

First

+550

Anytime

+1500

Carlos Rodriguez (Cruz Azul)

First

+550

Anytime

+1500

Amaury García Moreno (Cruz Azul)

First

+600

Anytime

+1600

Gonzalo Piovi (Cruz Azul)

First

+650

Anytime

+1900

Cristian Jiménez (Cruz Azul)

First

+700

Anytime

+1900

Érick Aguirre (Monterrey)

First

+700

Anytime

+2000

Oliver Torres (Monterrey)

First

+850

Anytime

+2200

Ángel Sepúlveda (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-294

Under 0.5

+155

Germán Berterame (Monterrey)

Over 0.5

-233

Under 0.5

+128

Gabriel Matías Fernández (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-175

Under 0.5

-100

José Paradela (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-154

Under 0.5

-102

Jose Ignacio Rivero (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

-149

Under 0.5

-100

Lucas Ocampos (Monterrey)

Over 0.5

+105

Under 0.5

-185

Roberto De La Rosa (Monterrey)

Over 0.5

+123

Under 0.5

-200

Carlos Rodolfo Rotondi (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+155

Under 0.5

-270

Luka Romero (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+165

Under 0.5

-294

Sergio Ramos (Monterrey)

Over 0.5

+175

Under 0.5

-294

Jesús Corona (Monterrey)

Over 0.5

+185

Under 0.5

-333

Angel Marquez (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+210

Under 0.5

-385

Carlos Rodriguez (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+220

Under 0.5

-400

Gonzalo Piovi (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+290

Under 0.5

-588

Érick Aguirre (Monterrey)

Over 0.5

+290

Under 0.5

-500

Cristian Jiménez (Cruz Azul)

Over 0.5

+310

Under 0.5

-625

Oliver Torres (Monterrey)

Over 0.5

+330

Under 0.5

-714

Cruz Azul vs Monterrey Lineups & Team News

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