The highly anticipated Liga MX Apertura 2025 clash between Pachuca and Monterrey is set to kick off on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Estadio Miguel Hidalgo in Pachuca de Soto, Mexico. The match is scheduled for 23:00 UTC (7:00 PM ET) and marks the first round of the season for both sides[5][3].
Head-to-head statistics suggest a closely matched rivalry. Across 53 previous encounters, Monterrey holds a slight edge with 24 away victories compared to Pachuca’s 17 home wins, while 12 matches have ended in draws. Monterrey has scored 81 goals in these meetings to Pachuca’s 73, averaging just under 3 total goals per match[1]. Their most recent official meeting was in April 2025, with Pachuca securing a 2-1 away victory. In that game, Monterrey had 55% possession and more corners, but Pachuca capitalized on their chances[1].
Both teams enter the Apertura opener aiming to rebound from disappointing finishes to their previous campaigns. Pachuca was eliminated by Club América in the Clausura quarterfinals and suffered a recent 2-0 defeat to Al-Hilal in the Club World Cup. Monterrey, meanwhile, exited the Clausura semifinals after losing to Toluca on aggregate and also fell to Borussia Dortmund in the Club World Cup[2].
Confirmed lineups for the match are as follows[2]:
- Pachuca (4-4-2): Carlos Moreno (GK), Sergio Barreto, Luis Rodriguez, Pedro Pedraza, Alonso Aceves, Alan Bautista, Eduardo Bauermann, Elias Montiel, Jhonder Cadiz, Luis Quinones, Alexei Dominguez Figueroa
- Monterrey (4-4-2): Santiago Mele (GK), John Medina, Jorge Rodriguez, Sergio Ramos, Erick Aguirre, Iker Fimbres, Oliver Torres, Gerardo Arteaga, Jesus Corona, German Berterame, Jose Alvarado
Bookmakers and analysts are tipping a low-scoring affair, with under 2.5 total goals the favored outcome for this match-up[2]. Historically, these matches see an average of 2.91 goals, but both sides have struggled to score in recent contests.
The game will be broadcast live on TUDN in the USA, offering fans the chance to watch these strong Liga MX rivals open their seasons[5][6].
References
- [1] Pachuca vs Monterrey Prediction for today 13 July 2025
- [2] Pachuca vs Monterrey Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds
- [3] CF Pachuca vs CF Monterrey live score, H2H and lineups
- [5] Where to watch Pachuca vs Monterrey live in the USA: Liga MX Apertura 2025
- [6] Pachuca vs. Monterrey – July 13, 2025