Pumas vs Monterrey Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 22 Feb 2026
Liga MX Betting Preview: Pumas vs Monterrey
Pumas welcome Monterrey to Olimpico Universitario, with kick-off set for 18:00 on Sunday 22 February.
Pumas +0.25 on the Asian Handicap could be the way forward at -135. They should be able to avoid defeat against Monterrey, with our stake split between 0 and +0.5, meaning a victory is the desired outcome.
Pumas UNAM won last time out by a 3-2 scoreline. It was on the road against Club Puebla at Estadio Cuahutehmoc. Efrain Juarez's side enjoyed 61% possession and managed four shots on target, with Guillermo Martinez, Robert Morales and Juninho scoring one goal each.
Monterrey won their previous game which was at home. It was a 1-0 triumph at Estadio BBVA against Club León. Monterrey boasted 55% possession and had four shots on goal, with Sergio Canales scoring the winner in the 24th minute.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Monterrey are unbeaten when it comes to the past ten meetings against Pumas, with the last encounter ending in a 1-1 draw at Estadio BBVA. The previous 10 H2H games have featured seven Monterrey victories and three draws.
| Liga MX | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Pumas |
6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 12:6 | 12 |
| 7 | Monterrey |
6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 10:5 | 10 |
Pumas UNAM have 5 wins, 1 loss and 4 draws, averaging 2.1 goals from 3.8 shots on goal and 7.0 attempts. The Mexico City outfit have averaged 45.3% possession and 3.2 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.3 goals from 3.9 shots on goal, 10.2 attempts and 5.3 corners.
Top goalscorer Juninho has found the net 3 times, with Robert Morales, Pedro Vite, Jordan Carrillo and Adalberto Carrasquilla scoring 2 each. Alan Medina has made the most assists with 3.
Rayados have 5 victories, 4 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 1.6 goals from 5.0 shots on goal and 9.2 attempts. Domenec Torrent's team have averaged 48.6% possession, 4.0 corners taken and 5.2 corners against, while conceding 1.0 goals from 3.2 shots on goal and 8.0 attempts.
The leading goalscorers have been German Berterame on 4, Sergio Canales with 3 and Iker Fimbres 2. Oliver Torres, Sergio Canales and Anthony Martial have clocked up 2 assists each in the previous 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Pumas predicted lineup (4-4-2): Keylor Navas (GK), Rodrigo Lopez, Nathan Silva, Ruben Duarte, Alvaro Angulo, Pedro Vite, Cesar Garza, Adalberto Carrasquilla, Jordan Carrillo, Robert Morales, Guillermo Martinez Ayala.
Monterrey predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Luis Cárdenas (GK), Stefan Medina, Alonso Aceves, Víctor Andrés Guzmán, Gerardo Arteaga, Oliver Torres, Fidel Ambríz, Luca Orellano, Sergio Canales, Lucas Ariel Ocampos, Uros Djurdjevic.
Pumas vs Monterrey Prediction & Betting Tips
Our Pumas vs Monterrey betting outlook has it all, including a trusted match forecast, our predicted score, best corners advice, top player prop picks and a hand-picked bet builder.
Match Prediction
Pumas look capable of winning this Liga MX encounter and we’ll take them on the Asian Handicap. Back them at -135 with a +0.25 goal start, with confidence high that they can perform well.
The first step involves analysing the form and also getting an idea of the injury situation before making any football picks. Then it’s a case of consulting the latest Liga MX stats and seeing if they can inform our opinion.
Key Pumas vs Monterrey league stats:
The top bookmakers are estimating that there is a 57.5% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, we think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.
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Correct Score Prediction
Our correct score prediction is a 2-1 win for Pumas which is available at odds of +700. We think they’ll achieve victory and this is a way of getting bigger odds and more excitement.
Player Prop Picks
Jordan Carrillo (Pumas) has managed two goals in his past four Liga MX matches. The Anytime Goalscorer odds look really appealing based on the stats and we’ll take a chance on him at odds of +390.
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Corners Prediction
The 9.5 Total Corners line has not been covered in four consecutive Pumas matches, while there has been an average of 7.90 corners in the previous ten away games involving Monterrey. We advise betting on the -123 that the sides won’t cover the line, with this Total Corners bet hopefully providing a return.
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Bet Builder Tips
If you’re up for a same-game multi, then we’ve got Pumas with the +0.25 Asian Handicap, three or more goals to be registered and also Jordan Carrillo (Pumas) to score at any time.
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Pumas vs Monterrey Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
If you’re looking to wager Pumas UNAM to secure victory in the Liga MX, then the bookmakers have chalked them up at +175. Monterrey are on offer at betting odds of +140 and the draw is +240.
Monterrey can be backed at -139 on the Draw No Bet and you’ll get stakes refunded if the game ends level. Alternatively, Pumas can be chanced at -106 on the same market.
The lowest odds can be found for Over 2.5 Goals, which means at least three goals being netted. Should you expect both teams score, then the BTTS Yes option is available at -172.
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Those interested in Anthony Martial to find the net anytime are able to get +185. There is the chance to back the favourite to score the first goal at odds of +480.
Pumas haven’t been beaten in five straight games at Olimpico Universitario. Efrain Juarez's side have four victories, four draws and two defeats in the last 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.40 goals per game and conceding 0.70.
Monterrey have clocked up six losses, three wins and one draw in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 1.70 goals per match and conceding 2.10.
In the last meeting at Olimpico Universitario, Monterrey defeated Pumas by a 3-1 scoreline. There have been three Monterrey victories, three draws and two Pumas wins in the previous 8 H2H meetings at Olimpico Universitario.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pumas Home Stats |
4-4-2 | 2.10 | 1.40 | 0.70 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 5 | |
Monterrey Away Stats |
3-1-6 | 3.80 | 1.70 | 2.10 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 4 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
- Liga MX: 19/10 2025 Monterrey 1 Pumas 1
- Liga MX: 05/05 2025 Monterrey 2 Pumas 0
- Liga MX: 17/03 2025 Pumas 1 Monterrey 3
- Liga MX: 01/12 2024 Pumas 3 Monterrey 5
- Liga MX: 29/11 2024 Monterrey 1 Pumas 0
- Liga MX: 24/10 2024 Monterrey 0 Pumas 0
- Liga MX: 04/03 2024 Monterrey 3 Pumas 0
- Liga MX: 22/10 2023 Pumas 0 Monterrey 1
- Liga MX: 30/04 2023 Monterrey 4 Pumas 1
- Liga MX: 31/07 2022 Pumas 1 Monterrey 1
Pumas League Stats
Monterrey League Stats
- 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 2 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 6 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.10 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.70 goals scored and 2.10 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.80 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.20 corners awarded and 5.30 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 3.90 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 8.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.60 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 5.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.10 corners awarded and 4.80 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 7.90 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 45.30% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 59.00% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 10 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 48.60% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 52.20% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Pumas this season are Jorge Ruvalcaba (5), Guillermo Martinez (4), Jose Macias (4)
- Top Assistors for Pumas this season are Adalberto Carrasquilla (4), Jorge Ruvalcaba (3), Alvaro Angulo (2)
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Pumas vs Monterrey Lineups & Team News
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Pumas Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
Monterrey Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Pumas Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
Monterrey Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Previous Pumas Lineups
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Injuries & Suspensions
Pumas Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Efrain Juarez
Monterrey Player Stats & Squad
Liga MX Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Guadalajara | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 11:4 | 18 |
| 2 | Pachuca | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 9:5 | 14 |
| 3 | Cruz Azul | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 11:7 | 13 |
| 4 | Pumas | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 12:6 | 12 |
| 5 | Toluca | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6:2 | 12 |
| 6 | América | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 7:3 | 11 |
| 7 | Monterrey | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10:5 | 10 |
| 8 | Tigres | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 11:8 | 10 |
| 9 | Atlas | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 6:7 | 10 |
| 10 | Necaxa | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9:8 | 9 |
| 11 | San Luis | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 10:10 | 7 |
| 12 | Tijuana | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 5:5 | 7 |
| 13 | Querétaro | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5:8 | 5 |
| 14 | Puebla | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4:10 | 5 |
| 15 | Juárez | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 8:12 | 4 |
| 16 | León | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5:9 | 4 |
| 17 | Mazatlán | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 6:13 | 3 |
| 18 | Santos Laguna | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 6:19 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pachuca | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 7:2 | 10 |
| 2 | Guadalajara | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5:1 | 9 |
| 3 | Cruz Azul | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5:1 | 9 |
| 4 | Toluca | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:2 | 7 |
| 5 | Atlas | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4:2 | 7 |
| 6 | América | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 6 |
| 7 | Pumas | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6:2 | 5 |
| 8 | Tigres | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6:4 | 4 |
| 9 | Querétaro | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 10 | Monterrey | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3:3 | 4 |
| 11 | Puebla | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4:8 | 4 |
| 12 | San Luis | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6:5 | 3 |
| 13 | Necaxa | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4:4 | 3 |
| 14 | León | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:3 | 3 |
| 15 | Tijuana | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1:1 | 3 |
| 16 | Santos Laguna | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4:7 | 1 |
| 17 | Juárez | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4:7 | 0 |
| 18 | Mazatlán | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3:9 | 0 |
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