Monterrey faces Necaxa in Clausura 2026 Round 2, with Matías Almeyda on the bench and Orbelín Pineda available for selection. The match will take place this Sunday at 19:00 (U.S. time) and 17:00 (Mexico time).

Probable Lineup for Monterrey:

  • Goalkeeper: Luis Cárdenas, who continues to secure the starting position after outperforming Santiago Mele and Esteban Andrada.
  • **Defenders:*
  • Right Back: Ricardo Chávez, who is expected to take charge of the right flank.
  • Central Defender: Daniel Aceves, who has converted from lateral to central defender, and showcases solid technical skills for ball control and distribution.
  • Central Defender: Stefan Medina, a versatile Colombian defender known for his clean play and precise passing.
  • Left Back: Gerardo Arteaga, who is noted for his excellent technical ability and dangerous crosses from the left.
  • **Midfielders:*
  • Central Midfielder: Óliver Torres, who is a key figure in the midfield and maintains a starting role since joining Monterrey.
  • Central Midfielder: Jorge Rodríguez, who is renowned for his tactical skills, precise passing, and ability to maintain possession.
  • **Forwards:*
  • Right Winger: Luca Orellano, an agile and skilled Argentine forward who poses a significant threat to defenses.
  • Attacking Midfielder: Jesús Manuel Corona, a versatile offensive player deeply connected to the club.
  • Left Winger: Lucas Ocampos, a powerful presence on the left with a knack for goal-scoring.
  • Striker: Diego Rossi, an agile and skillful forward known for his speed, dribbling, and scoring ability.

Monterrey’s Formation: 4-2-3-1

  • Defense: Ricardo Chávez, Daniel Aceves, Stefan Medina, Gerardo Arteaga.
  • Midfield: Óliver Torres, Jorge Rodríguez.
  • Attack: Luca Orellano, Jesús Corona, Lucas Ocampos, with Diego Rossi leading the line.

Probable Lineup for Necaxa:

  • **Defenders:*
  • Right Back: Agustín Oliveros.
  • Left Back: Alexis Peña.
  • Central: Raúl Martínez.
  • Central: Carlos Vargas.
  • **Midfielders:*
  • Central Midfielder: Daniel Leyva.
  • Central Midfielder: Lorenzo Faravelli.
  • Attacking Midfielder: Juan Torres.
  • **Forwards:*
  • Forward: Julián Carranza.
  • Forward: Javier Ruiz.
  • Forward: Ricardo Monreal.

Necaxa’s Formation: 4-3-3

As the match approaches, fans on both sides are eagerly awaiting what promises to be an exciting confrontation between these two teams in this early stage of the tournament. The outcome will be crucial for both Monterrey under Almeyda’s stewardship and Necaxa as they aim to solidify their position in the league.