CF Monterrey is favored to win against Cruz Azul with odds around 2.10, thanks to their strong recent form including a solid defensive record in the Clausura phase and key players like their top scorer netting 5 goals in the last 4 matches at Estadio BBVA. Monterrey's home advantage and unbeaten streak in 3 of their last 5 league games give them the edge with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match starts at 1:00 AM UTC on March 1, 2026, which is 7:00 PM CST local time on February 28, ideal for fans tuning in late night.

The game takes place at Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe, Nuevo León, Mexico, Monterrey's home stadium with a capacity of 53,500 seats, known for its modern design and electric atmosphere during Liga MX clashes.

Prediction favors CF Monterrey to win with moneyline odds of 2.10, as Cruz Azul has struggled away with only 1 win in their last 5 road games while Monterrey boasts a 70% home win rate this season and superior recent head-to-head edge.

In head-to-head records over the last 10 meetings, CF Monterrey leads with 6 wins to Cruz Azul's 3 wins and 1 draw, averaging 2.8 total goals per match where Monterrey scores 1.7 on average, confirmed by results from the past month.