Monterrey vs Cruz Azul Preview & Prediction | 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup | Round of 16

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We have an all-Mexican affair in the round of 16 of the CONCACAF Champions Cup as Monterrey take on reigning North American champions Cruz Azul.

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How to watch on TV: UK – Not televised / USA – All matches are televised on TUDN, while Fox Sports will also broadcast some matches

How to watch online: UK – This match can be streamed live on the official CONCACAF YouTube channel / USA – CONCACAF Champions Cup matches can be streamed live between ViX & Fubo

Monterrey vs Cruz Azul prediction

Nicolas Sanchez has arrived on an interim basis in charge of Monterrey, following the departure of Domenec Torrent earlier this month. Monterrey are a strong side in terms of their personnel but they have suffered three defeats in their last four matches.

Cruz Azul defeated the Vancouver Whitecaps in the final of the CONCACAF Champions Cup in 2025 and they will be keen to defend their title, once again a strong side with eight victories and a draw in ten Liga MX Clausura matches this season.

A part of that good form from Cruz Azul saw them defeat Monterrey away from home by two goals to nil a couple of weeks ago ad siding with the visitors is again the way to go for this one.

Monterrey vs Cruz Azul tip: Double chance – Cruz Azul to win or draw