How to watch today’s Monterrey vs Pumas UNAM Liga MX Apertura quarter-final: Live stream, TV channel and kick-off time

Monterrey and Cougars will meet in the first leg of Liga MX Apertura quarter-final at Estadio BBVA on Thursday.

There was little to separate the Pumas and Monterrey in the regular season, with the two teams finishing fourth and fifth respectively. Both sides will leave no stone unturned as they battle for a place in the next round of the Liguilla, but the Pumas appear to have a slight advantage heading into this encounter.

The Pumas have been one of the most resolute teams in recent months, suffering just one defeat in their last nine outings since September. Their defensive resilience is evident in their record, conceding the second fewest goals in the regular season, just one more than league leaders Cruz Azul. However, their struggles in front of goal remain a concern. Among the eight teams in the playoffs, the Pumas boast the lowest goal tally with just 21 strikes. Cesar Huerta has been their top scorer but his return of five goals highlights their lack of firepower.

Monterrey, on the other hand, endured an up-and-down regular season. A heavy 4-0 defeat to Cruz Azul marked a low point, although their thrilling 4-2 win in the Clásico Norteno offered a significant morale boost. However, Martin Demichelis’ side found it difficult to perform against fellow quarter-finalists and secured just one win along with two draws and four losses in those encounters.

Their encounters with the Pumas were particularly close, including a goalless stalemate at the end of October and a penalty shootout loss in the Leagues Cup after a 1–1 draw in normal time. Monterrey must overcome these obstacles to outwit a determined Pumas team and keep their playoff hopes alive.

Here, GOAL gives you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.

How to watch Monterrey vs Pumas online – TV channels and live streams

In it United States of America (USA)the Liga MX Apertura quarterfinal match between Monterrey and Pumas will be available to watch and stream online live through Fubo (sign up for a free 7-day trial), Univision and TUDN.

Check out GOAL’s Live Match Center for updates.

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Monterrey vs Pumas kick-off time

The Liga MX Apertura quarterfinal match between Monterrey and Pumas will be played at the Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe, Mexico.

It starts at 10:10 PM ET / 7:10 PM PT on Thursday 28 Novemberin US.

Team news & teams

Monterrey team news

With Esteban Andrada postponed for two months after the operation, Luis Cardenas will step up as Monterrey’s starting goalkeeper. At the attacking end, Jesus Corona expected to appear in the starting lineup after Lucas Ocampos received a red card in the previous match. After spending time on the bench in recent games, Corona now has an excellent opportunity to showcase his skills and cement his place in the team.

Meanwhile German Berteramewho is usually the focal point of Rayados’ attack, has seen his scoring form dip in recent outings. But if he can regain his touch, he could prove to be a game-changer for Monterrey’s offensive effort.

Puma’s UNAM team news

Mexican goalkeeper Julio Gonzalez and Argentine central defender Lisandro Magellan is set to return to the Pumas ahead of the quarter-finals, reinforcing two vital positions for the Cats. Magallan in particular will bring additional leadership as the team’s captain, a role he has embraced effectively.

Both players had been sidelined for almost a month and were working to get away from the main group. But on Monday they returned to team training, making them available for selection against La Pandilla. This development means that the Mexico City side approach their clash with a fully fit squad, unlike their opponents from Sultana del Norte.

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