Liga MX · Matchday
2026-10-22 01:00:00 · 09:00 · Estadio Cuauhtémoc
Prediction Result
AI Predicted: 0-1|Actual: 1-4
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| Bookmaker | Home | Draw | Away | EV Home | EV Draw | EV Away |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bet365 | 3.25 | 3.50 | 2.10 | -12.2% | -10.7% | -0.3% |
| 1xbet | 3.24 | 3.48 | 2.07 | -12.5% | -11.3% | -1.7% |
| WilliamHill | 3.10 | 3.10 | 2.05 | -16.3% | -20.9% | -2.6% |
| Betfair | 3.10 | 3.70 | 2.05 | -16.3% | -5.6% | -2.6% |
| bwin | 3.20 | 3.60 | 2.05 | -13.6% | -8.2% | -2.6% |
| Ladbrokes | 3.00 | 3.40 | 2.00 | -19.0% | -13.3% | -5.0% |
| Dafabet | 3.35 | 3.65 | 2.08 | -9.5% | -6.9% | -1.2% |
| Coral | 3.00 | 3.40 | 2.00 | -19.0% | -13.3% | -5.0% |
| MelBet | 3.24 | 3.48 | 2.07 | -12.5% | -11.3% | -1.7% |
| Marathonbet | 3.22 | 3.48 | 2.05 | -13.1% | -11.3% | -2.6% |
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Match Report
Monterrey Dismantle Puebla in Dominant Liga MX Victory
Monterrey delivered a commanding 4-1 victory over Puebla at Estadio Cuauhtémoc on October 22, 2026, with a display that left little doubt about the gulf in quality between the two sides. Matías Almeyda's men were clinical, controlled, and relentless in the first half, effectively sealing the tie before the hour mark.
Match Analysis
Monterrey wasted little time imposing themselves on the contest. In the 17th minute, Diego Martín Rossi Marachlian broke the deadlock with a header, converting a delivery from Lucas Ocampos to put the visitors ahead. The lead was quickly extended when Hugo Cuypers added a second in the 31st minute with a composed right-foot finish, and just three minutes later, Lucas Ocampos made it 3-0, converting a right-foot shot assisted by Óliver Torres. Within barely a quarter-hour of football, Puebla's night had already unraveled.
The statistics underline Monterrey's dominance throughout. The Rayados controlled 60% of ball possession, generated 125 attacks compared to Puebla's 101, and posted 57 dangerous attacks against the home side's 40. They also led in corners (8 vs. 2) and shots on target (6 vs. 4), painting the picture of a side that dictated proceedings from start to finish.
Puebla's struggles were further evidenced by their six offsides, suggesting an inability to time their runs effectively against Monterrey's organized defensive structure. Coach Gerardo Espinoza Ahumada responded at half-time with a double substitution — Eduardo Armenta Palma and Omar Moreno Villegas introduced — but the changes had limited early impact.
The fourth goal arrived in the 61st minute, when substitute Roberto Carlos De La Rosa González, who had entered just four minutes earlier, converted a right-foot shot off another assist from Óliver Torres. Torres was a constant menace, contributing two decisive assists across the second half alone.
Puebla did manage a consolation in the 66th minute, when Facundo Almada finished with his left foot after a setup from Juan Pablo Vargas, providing some measure of pride for the hosts. However, by that point, the contest was long decided.
The final moments saw tempers fray, with Luca Orellano and Ricardo Chávez both picking up yellow cards in the 90th minute and beyond for arguing — a frustrating end to what was otherwise a composed Monterrey performance.
Prediction Review
Our pre-match forecast identified Monterrey as the most likely winners, assigning them a 47.5% probability versus Puebla's 27%, and our predicted scoreline of 0-1 correctly identified the away victory. The prediction outcome is marked correct, though the actual margin — a four-goal winning distance — significantly exceeded expectations. The confidence rating of 60/100 proved well-founded; Monterrey were the superior side, and the forecast captured that edge effectively.
Key Takeaways
- Óliver Torres was instrumental, contributing two assists and driving Monterrey's attacking play in the second half.
- Monterrey's first-half blitz — three goals in 17 minutes between the 17th and 34th — was the decisive period of the match.
- Puebla's high offside count (6) and limited corner count (2) reflect an attacking line that struggled to function against a disciplined Monterrey defensive unit.
- With this result, Almeyda's Monterrey demonstrated the kind of ruthless efficiency that makes them a serious force in Liga MX this campaign.
Puebla vs Monterrey Head-to-Head
Last 5 meetings between Puebla and Monterrey: Puebla 7W · 16D · Monterrey 17W.
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Puebla wins
16
Draws
17
Monterrey wins
Puebla vs Monterrey — Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Puebla vs Monterrey?
PredictNext's AI model favours Monterrey with a 47% win probability — Puebla 27%, draw 26%, Monterrey 47%.
What is the predicted score for Puebla vs Monterrey?
The AI forecasts a 0-1 scoreline for Puebla vs Monterrey, generated with 60% model confidence.
Will Puebla vs Monterrey have over 2.5 goals?
The model gives 55% for over 2.5 goals and 45% for under 2.5 goals in Puebla vs Monterrey.
How accurate was the Puebla vs Monterrey prediction?
PredictNext's AI predicted 0-1; the match finished 1-4. The winner call was correct.