The outlet SDPnoticias has projected the possible starting lineup for Club de Fútbol Monterrey in their upcoming Liga MX Apertura 2026 match. Rayados will host Atletico San Luis this Sunday, August 30, at Estadio BBVA, with broadcast on YouTube and ViX at 8:00 PM Mexico City time.
The team managed by Fernando Ortiz will look to bounce back from a negative result in their last outing. According to verified data as of September 3, Monterrey fell 1-3 to this same opponent on August 31. That loss is part of a recent streak of two consecutive defeats, though their overall season record places them ninth in the table with 9 points.
Who will play in goal and defense?
The SDPnoticias projection places Luis Cárdenas between the posts. The back four would consist of Ricardo Chávez, Stefan Medina, Alonso Aceves, and Gerardo Arteaga. This defensive unit will have the task of improving the team's numbers, having conceded 10 goals in 6 matches so far. You can check the full squad status on our squad page.
The Rayados defense will face a visiting attack that, according to the same outlet, would feature Geraldino and Duarte as the most advanced players. The San Luis defense, meanwhile, would be comprised of Torres, Robson Alves, Benjamín Galindo, Eduardo Águila, and Juan Manuel Sanabria.
How would the attacking midfield shape up?
In the center of the park, the publication anticipates the presence of Oliver Torres, Jorge Rodríguez, and the experienced Jesús Corona. On the wings, Luca Orellano and Lucas Ocampos would complete a creative quintet with clear offensive responsibilities. This sector is key for a team that has scored 13 goals this season, achieving a +3 goal difference.
The Atletico San Luis midfield, according to the projection, would be formed by Miguel Alonso García, Oscar Macías, and Sébastien Salles-Lamonge. The battle in this area of the pitch could be decisive for the match's outcome.
Who would lead the Rayados attack?
The spearhead in the projected formation would be Uruguayan forward Diego Rossi. The striker will be the main offensive reference in a system looking to create constant danger. Finishing efficiency will be important for a Monterrey side aiming to cut into the 7-point gap separating them from leaders Club America.
The opposing goalkeeper would be Andrés Sánchez, who will have the mission of containing a home attack seeking to rediscover its scoring touch. The match represents Matchday 6 of the Apertura 2026 tournament.
What is the team's current context?
Monterrey arrives at this fixture with a record of 3 wins, 0 draws, and 3 losses so far in the championship. Their recent form over the last five matches is 3 wins and 2 losses, having lost the two most recent ones. All updated standings information is available in our standings section.
Following this match, Club de Fútbol Monterrey's schedule will take them to visit Club Queretaro on September 5. The opponent is currently sixth in the table, promising another tough challenge in the league. The team's full schedule can be followed on our fixtures calendar.
