Mazatlán will try to continue their positive start to the season when the club hosts Monterrey in a Liga MX match on Friday at Estadio Mazatlán in Mazatlán. The Cañoneros lost seven of their final eight league games to close out the Clausura season and finish 14th in the table. That led the team to replace manager Rubén Omar Romano with Ismael Rescalvo. Through two games this season, Mazatlán have two draws. Meanwhile, Monterrey sit in fifth place in the Liga MX table with four points through two games.
Kickoff is at 9 p.m. ET. Caesars Sportsbook lists Monterrey as the -128 favorites (risk $128 to win $100) in the latest Monterrey vs. Mazatlán odds, with Mazatlán the +340 underdogs. A draw is priced at +270 and the over/under for total goals scored is 2.5. Before you lock in your Mazatlán vs. Monterrey picks or Liga MX predictions, you need to see what proven SportsLine soccer bettor Jon (Buckets) Eimer has to say.
Eimer is a high-volume bettor who has vast knowledge of leagues and players across the globe. Since joining SportsLine, he has covered the English Premier League, Serie A, the FA Cup and much more. Since the end of last year's World Cup he has been red-hot on his soccer picks, going 164-143-8 for a profit of $3,087 for $100 bettors.
Now, Eimer has broken down Monterrey vs. Mazatlán from every angle and just revealed his Liga MX picks and predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see Eimer's picks. Here are the betting lines and trends for Mazatlán vs. Monterrey:
- Monterrey vs. Mazatlán spread: Monterrey -0.5 (-135), Mazatlán +0.5 (+105)
- Monterrey vs. Mazatlán over/under: 2.5 goals
- Monterrey vs. Mazatlán money line: Monterrey -128, Mazatlán +340, Draw +270
- MON: The Rayados ranked second in the 2023 Clausura in goals allowed (14)
- MAZ: Hugo Gonzalez averages 5.0 saves per game
- Monterrey vs. Mazatlán picks: See picks here
Why you should back Monterrey
The Rayados have dominated the recent series against Mazatlán. Beginning in the 2017-18 season, these teams have played 14 times, and Monterrey have eight wins and six draws. Monterrey have outscored Mazatlán 22-10 over that time.
In addition, the Rayados have one of the best defenses in the league. In the 2023 Clausura (the season running from January through May), Monterrey allowed just 14 goals in 17 games, which was tied for second in the league, behind only Leon. This season, the team has conceded only one goal through two games. See which team to pick here.
Why you should back Mazatlán
The Cañoneros have a solid and experienced keeper in Hugo Gonzalez, who is in his first season with Mazatlán. The 32-year-old Gonzalez, who formerly played for Monterrey, is averaging 5.0 saves per game through the first two matches of the season. He also has made five appearances for the Mexican national team.
In addition, the Cañoneros face a Monterrey team that is still adjusting to new leadership. After last season Fernando Ortiz was hired to replace Victor Manuel Vucetich and bring a more attack-minded style of play to the Rayados. So far Monterrey have failed to see much improvement in their attack, with two goals in two games. See which team to pick here.
How to make Monterrey vs. Mazatlán picks
Eimer has broken down Mazatlán vs. Monterrey from every angle. He is leaning Under 2.5 goals, and he has two other picks, both of which would pay plus-money. His Liga MX picks and analysis are available only at SportsLine.
So who wins Monterrey vs. Mazatlán on Friday, and where does all of the betting value lie? Visit SportsLine now to see which wagers in Mazatlán vs. Monterrey have all the value, all from the soccer expert who is up over $3,000 for $100 bettors since the 2022 World Cup, and find out.
