Monterrey And Cougars will face each other in the first leg of the League MX Apertura quarter-finals in Estadio BBVA on Thursday.

There was little difference between Pumas and Monterrey in the regular season, with the two teams finishing fourth and fifth respectively. Both sides will leave no stone unturned as they battle for a place in the next round of the Liguilla, but Pumas appear to have a slim lead heading into this encounter.

Pumas have been one of the most determined teams in recent months, suffering just one defeat in their last nine games since September. Their defensive resilience is clearly reflected in their record, with them conceding the second fewest goals during the regular season, just one more than league leaders Cruz Azul. However, their struggle for goal remains a concern. Of the eight teams in the play-offs, Pumas have the lowest goal total, with only 21 goals. Cesar Huerta was their top scorer, but his five-goal return underlines their lack of firepower.

Monterrey, on the other hand, had an up and down regular season. A heavy 4-0 defeat to Cruz Azul marked a low point, although their thrilling 4-2 victory in the Clásico Norteno provided a significant morale boost. However, Martin Demichelis’ side found it difficult to perform against fellow quarter-finalists, managing just one win in those clashes alongside two draws and four losses.

Their encounters with Pumas were particularly tight, including a goalless stalemate in late October and a defeat on penalties in the Leagues Cup after a 1-1 draw in regular time. Monterrey must overcome these hurdles to outwit a determined Puma team and keep their playoff hopes alive.

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Watch Monterrey vs Pumas online: TV channels and live streams

In the United States (US)the Liga MX Apertura quarter-final between Monterrey and Pumas will be available to watch and stream live online via Fubo (sign up for a 7-day free trial), Univision And TUDN.

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Monterrey vs Puma’s kick-off

The Liga MX Apertura quarterfinal between Monterrey and Pumas will be played at Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe, Mexico.

It will start at 10:10 PM ET / 7:10 PM PT on Thursday November 28in the US.

Team news and squads

Monterrey team news

Of Esteban Andrada after the operation he was sidelined for two months Luis Cardenas will serve as Monterrey’s starting goalkeeper. On the offensive side, Jesus Corona is expected to appear in the starting lineup next Lucas Ocampos received a red card in the previous match. After spending time on the bench in recent games, Corona now has an excellent opportunity to showcase his abilities and cement his place in the team.

In the meantime, German Berteramewho is usually the focal point of the Rayados’ attack, has seen his scoring form dip in recent outings. However, if he can rediscover his touch, he could be a decisive factor in Monterrey’s attacking efforts.

Pumas UNAM team news

Mexican goalkeeper Julio González and Argentinian centre-back Lisandro Magallan will return for Pumas ahead of the quarter-finals, strengthening two crucial positions for the cats team. Magallan in particular will bring additional leadership as captain of the team, a role he has embraced effectively.

Both players had been sidelined for almost a month and were working on their recovery away from the main group. However, they took part in team training again on Monday, making them available for selection against La Pandilla. This development means that Mexico City will approach their match with a fully fit squad, unlike their opponents from the Sultana del Norte.

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