CF Cruz Azul vs Monterrey Prediction & Picks - Liga MX

Cruz Azul:

Willer Ditta did not play in the first leg and is doubtful for the second leg. Anselmi made only three changes for the first leg, which paid off: Alexis Gutiérrez played in midfield, Huescas returned to the right wing instead of Rivero, and Camilo Cándido was replaced by Ángel Sepúlveda, who shifted Rotondi to left midfielder, and Rotondi ended up scoring the decisive goal. Not many changes are expected for the second leg, so we will likely see Kevin Mier in goal, a back three with Lira if Ditta does not recover, the Titan Salcedo, and Piovi. In midfield, Charly Rodríguez and Favarelli are likely, with Rotondi on the left wing and Huescas on the right to contain Monterrey's dynamic midfield. Upfront, the top scorer Antuna will be accompanied by either Ángel Sepúlveda or Rotondi, with Camilo Cándido possibly playing as a midfielder. José Ignacio Rivero and Bryan Gamboa will be on the bench, along with the previously mentioned players, depending on the starting lineup.

Monterrey:

Rayados lost Héctor Moreno for the rest of the playoffs but regained Sebastián Vegas. The only change in defense will be the previously mentioned one: Esteban Andrada as goalkeeper, with Colombian Stefan Medina at right-back, Arteaga at left-back, and Victor Guzmán and Sebastián Vegas in central defense. In midfield, Luis Romo and "El Corcho" are untouchable, with Ponchito González as their backup. On the wings, there are many options, including Maxi Meza, Spanish player Canales, Jesús Gallardo, Tecatito Corona, and Jordi Cortizo. The forwards include their top scorers Germán Berterame, Rodrigo Aguirre, and Brandon Vásquez