Club de Fútbol Monterrey, widely known as Rayados, are preparing for a crucial encounter against Club Santos Laguna at the Estadio TSM in Torreón. This Sunday, April 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM, they will play their Matchday 17 fixture of the Clausura 2026 Tournament. The team's primary objective is to secure a victory that will allow them to climb positions in the General Table and conclude the tournament in the best possible manner.

Currently, the squad led by Nicolás Sánchez sits in thirteenth place in the General Table, having accumulated 18 points. A win in Torreón is vital for Club de Fútbol Monterrey, as it would provide a significant boost to finish the regular phase on a high note and potentially improve their qualification for the playoffs or the next stage of the tournament.

Recent history favors Rayados, who have won 7 of their last 10 matches against Santos Laguna, with one draw and only two defeats. On the offensive front, Uroš Djurdjević leads Club de Fútbol Monterrey with 5 goals in the tournament. He is closely followed by "Tecatito" Corona, Sergio Canales, and Luca Orellano, each with 3 goals, showcasing the team's scoring capability.

Midfield and defensive solidity have also been a cornerstone for Club de Fútbol Monterrey. Óliver Torres and Alonso Aceves stand out as the players with the most accurate passes, with 577 and 536 respectively. In defense, Ricardo Chávez has been fundamental, recovering 33 balls in the 16 matchdays played, highlighting his importance in defensive recovery.

The attacking creativity of Club de Fútbol Monterrey is also notable, with Luca Orellano and Óliver Torres leading in assists with 4 each. Furthermore, the unwavering support from the fans has been a key factor throughout the Clausura 2026. Estadio BBVA, home of the Rayados, has recorded the best attendance in all of Liga MX, with 377,135 fans across 9 matches, a testament to the supporters' fervor.

For their part, Club Santos Laguna will field a lineup featuring Héctor Holguin, Bruno Amione, Emmanuel Echeverría, Kevin Picón, Kevin Balanta, Aldo Lopezobradorismos, Javier Güemez, Salvador Marsical, Ezequiel Bullaude, Francisco Villalba, and Lucas Di Yorio. The technical director is Roberto Tapia. Santos Laguna's substitutes include Carlos Acevedo, José Abella, Efrain Orona, Oscar Ortega, Cristian Danone, and Carlos.