Liga MX: Monterrey vs. Necaxa Picks, Odds, and Preview (Aug 23)

The in-form team in Liga MX will be aiming to record a fifth straight victory in the Mexican top-flight this weekend. But, can they achieve that feat? Find our Monterrey vs. Necaxa picks here.

Monterrey have been in excellent form across recent weeks, winning each of their last four matches to move level on points with Pachuca at the summit. Last time out, they recorded an excellent win over Mazatlan in the competition.

Necaxa will have a point to prove this weekend after failing to win in their last three matches. Most recently, they suffered a second defeat of the campaign against Leon.

Monterrey vs. Necaxa Overview

Odds

Monterrey vs. Necaxa Head-to-Head Record

Monterrey boast an excellent record in this fixture, having recorded wins in each of the last six head-to-head encounters. That includes a 1-0 success on home soil at the start of the calendar year.

Monterrey Team News

Domenec Torrent is unlikely to make many changes to his starting eleven this weekend after an excellent run of form.

Possible Lineup

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

Necaxa Team News

Fernando Gago will have no injury concerns, as he bids to get a response from his side following a defeat against Leon last weekend.

Possible Lineup

E. Unsain (GK); T. Jacob, D. De Buen, C. Calderon, A. Pena, J. Alcantar, R. Pineda, J. Rodriguez, K. Rosero, R. Monreal, T. Badaloni

Monterrey vs. Necaxa Picks

Monterrey have been in red-hot form in recent weeks, and their high-quality squad appears to be clicking into gear. Their dominant head-to-head advantage is also challenging to overlook when making Monterrey vs. Necaxa picks. Therefore, the preference is for the home win on Saturday.