Liga MX - How to watch Monterrey vs Cruz Azul on October 31, 2020

October 30, 2020 By Oscar Rojas

Topics: Liga MX, Guard1anes 2020, Monterrey, Cruz Azul, TV Schedules, TV Listings

Neither team will want to drop points in this game with a ticket for the playoffs on the line. Get a hold of this match with our detailed guide.

What has been Monterrey and Cuz Azul's form ahead of this game?

Monterrey will enter this game on a four-match winning streak, with three of those coming in the Mexican top-flight. Antonio Mohamed's men have scored seven goals in their last three games, with their defense only conceding once per game. Their last match ended in a 2-1 win against Mazatlán.

As for Cruz Azul, La Máquina will enter this game after ending a woeful streak without a win. Their victory against Chivas last week saw them claim their first win after three matches, while it also concluded a woeful streak in front of goal that lasted for over 270 minutes.

What is Monterrey and Cruz Azul's position in the ongoing Liga MX season?

Before the start of the weekend, Monterrey got to this game in sixth place, with seven wins, five draws, and three losses to their name. Their defense has not been as impressive, as they have conceded 18 times. Meanwhile, their attack has found the back of the net 24 times.

On the other side of the pitch, Cruz Azul will try to defend their second place in the tournament. Siboldi's men have won nine games, with two draws, and four losses to complete their record. Los Cementeros have scored 22 goals, with twelve of them coming courtesy of top goalscorer Jonathan Rodríguez. Meanwhile, their defense has conceded thirteen times.

Monterrey vs Cruz Azul - Who's in and who's out?

Monterrey - Injured: Dorlan Pabón, Stefan Medina.

Cruz Azul - Ineligible: Alex Castro, Misael Domínguez, Alexis Gutiérrez, Rafael Baca.

Monterrey vs Cruz Azul - Head-to-head

This will be the first game between these teams in 2020. The first one was canceled after the Clausura 2020 was suspended indefinitely.
The last two games between these clubs have ended in a draw.
Monterrey have not defeated Cruz Azul since December 5, 2018. That game ended in a one-nil win for Rayados.
Cruz Azul's last win against Monterrey took place in that same tournament. La Máquina took home a 1-0 win in the Apertura 2018 playoffs, in a match that allowed them to make it to that tournament's final.

This will be the 12th match for Antonio Mohamed against Cruz Azul. Monterrey's boss has not been able to beat La Máquina, with seven draws and four losses prior to Saturday's match.