Liga MX: Monterrey vs. Atlas Picks, Odds, and Preview (Jul 26)

Atlas have made a strong start to the Liga MX season, and they will be aiming to maintain their solid form ahead of their Leagues Cup opener against Inter Miami next week on Saturday.

The visitors have avoided defeat in their opening two matches this season. However, a response will be expected this weekend after playing out a 3-3 draw against Cruz Azul in their previous fixture.

Monterrey bounced back from an opening night defeat in their latest fixture, as they battled to a 1-0 success on the road against San Luis.

Monterrey vs. Atlas Overview

Odds

Monterrey vs. Atlas Head-to-Head Record

Monterrey have excelled in their recent head-to-head clashes against Atlas. They have gone six without defeat against their Mexican rivals, winning on five occasions across that period. However, the latest meeting earlier this year ended in 3-3 draw.

Monterrey Team News

Monterrey are unlikely to be many changes this weekend. But, Carlos Calcedo is a notable absence in the heart of the defense due to a knee injury.

Possible Lineup

S. Mele (GK); S. Ramos, S. Medina, V. Guzman, L. Reyes, J. Rodriguez, Oliver, R. Chavez, G. Berterame, J. Corona, S. Canales

Atlas Team News

Atlas will still be without the injured Mauro Manotas in the forward line this weekend.

Possible Lineup

A. Oca (GK); V. Alba, G. Aguirre, Doria, R. Lozano, A. Rocha, S. Flores, Gustavo, E. Aguirre, U. Durdevic, D. Gonzalez

Monterrey vs. Atlas Picks

Monterrey are likely to be a team that continues to develop as the season goes on, as they have brought in a number of stars during the summer window.

Their dominant historical advantage against this weekend’s rivals looks challenging to overlook, meaning that the home win appears to be one of the most popular picks.