Leagues Cup: Monterrey vs. New York Red Bulls Picks — Mexican Club to Bounce Back to Form? (Aug 3)

Two sides that endured contrasting fortunes on the opening night in the Leagues Cup will collide on August 3, as the New York Red Bulls and Monterrey collide in Cincinnati.

Monterrey had been considered as one of Mexico’s leading chances in the Leagues Cup this year, but they were handed a setback on the opening night after falling to a 3-2 loss against FC Cincinnati.

However, the New York Red Bulls defied expectations in their opening match, as they battled to a dramatic 1-0 victory against Guadalajara, with Emil Forsberg netting the winner in the seventh minute of injury time.

Monterrey vs. New York Red Bulls Overview

Odds

Monterrey vs. New York Red Bulls Head-to-Head Record

Monterrey Team News

Carlos Salcedo remains out due to a serious knee injury. Lucas Ocampos could be recalled to the starting eleven after being rested against FC Cincinnati in midweek.

Possible Lineup

L. Cardenas (GK); S. Medina, S. Ramos, V. Guzman, L. Ocampos, Oliver, F. Ambriz, G. Arteaga, S. Canales, G. Berterame, J. Corona

New York Red Bulls Team News

Youngsters Roald Mitchell and Marcelo Morales both remain out of action due to knee injuries. Emil Forsberg could be recalled to the starting eleven for the Red Bulls on Sunday.

Possible Lineup

A. Marucci (GK); R. Edwards, N. Elle, K. Duncan, D. Nealis, R. Mosquera, P. Stroud, R. Donkor, W. Carmona, E. Forsberg, M. Sofo

Monterrey vs. New York Red Bulls Picks

Despite picking up a victory on matchday one, it could be a more testing clash for the Red Bulls against Monterrey this weekend.

The Mexican side boasts quality across the field, and their prowess in the final third of the field could be hard to ignore against a New York side that have struggled defensively throughout the campaign. Therefore, the preference is for Monterrey to bounce back to winning ways on Sunday.