U.N.A.M.- Pumas vs Monterrey: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Pumas prepare to host Monterrey on February 23, 2026, with kick-off at 00:00, this MEXICO: Primera Division, Clausura fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Pumas, currently 3rd in the standings with 12 points from 6 games, are within reach of the top with 6 points behind. They've earned 5 points from 3 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 draws in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 11 goals scored.

Monterrey, sitting 6th with 10 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 6 points from 3 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Pumas and Monterrey have favored Monterrey, ending in a 1-1 draw. In head-to-head clashes of late, Monterrey have consistently come out on top.

In their previous league match against Puebla, Pumas recorded a 3-2 victory while lining up in a 4-1-4-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Navas, Angulo, Duarte, Silva, Lopez, Carrillo, Vite, Garza, Medina, Martinez, Morales. This tactical approach balanced risk and reward, adapting dynamically to the flow of the game.

Monterrey's last outing came against Leon, where they secured a 1-0 victory using a 4-3-3 system. Their starting XI featured Cardenas, Arteaga, Aceves, Guzman, Medina, Ambriz, Canales, Torres, Martial, Djurdjevic, Orellano. This shape emphasized attacking fluidity, with wide players providing constant threat in advanced positions.

Looking ahead, Pumas are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Pumas and Monterrey are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Pumas's fixtures have averaged 3.4 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Monterrey's games average 2.6 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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