Monterrey, Mexico – The Estadio Universitario is set to host a highly anticipated clash this Saturday, March 7, 2026, as Tigres UANL faces off against rivals CF Monterrey in Jornada 10 of the Liga MX Clausura tournament. This “Clásico Regio” promises a fierce battle between two of Mexico’s top football clubs, both vying for a strong position in the league standings. The match is scheduled to initiate at 9:00 PM Mexico City time (21:00 hours CDMX), or 10:00 PM Eastern Time.
Both teams enter the match with 13 points, having secured four wins, one draw and four losses each. Even as their records are identical, the atmosphere at the “Volcán,” as the Estadio Universitario is known, is expected to deliver Tigres a significant advantage. Monterrey, still, will be looking to silence the home crowd and solidify their position in the Liguilla playoff race. The game comes at a pivotal moment for Monterrey, following the departure of manager Domenec Torrent.
The upcoming match is one of two clásicos scheduled for this weekend, with Atlas and Chivas also set to compete in another highly-anticipated showdown. However, all eyes will be on the Universitario as Tigres and Monterrey renew their rivalry in what is expected to be a thrilling contest.
Confirmed Lineups
Both teams have announced their starting lineups for the crucial encounter. Tigres will accept the field with Nahuel Guzmán in goal, a defense anchored by Jesús Angulo, Joaquim Pereira, and Vladimir Loroña, and a midfield featuring Juan Brunetta and Diego Lainez. Up front, Ángel Correa and Rodrigo Aguirre will lead the attack. The full Tigres lineup is: Nahuel Guzmán, Jesús Angulo, Joaquim Pereira, Vladimir Loroña, César Araújo, Juan Brunetta, Jesús Garza, Diego Lainez, Rómulo Zanré, Ángel Correa and Rodrigo Aguirre.
Monterrey will counter with Luis Cárdenas between the posts, a defensive line including Gerardo Arteaga and Víctor Guzmán, and a midfield led by Sergio Canales and Luca Orellano. The attacking front will be spearheaded by Allen Rojas and Uros Durdevic. The complete Monterrey lineup is: Luis Cárdenas, Gerardo Arteaga, Víctor Guzmán, Daniel Aceves, Stefan Medina, Sergio Canales, Luca Orellano, Jorge Rodríguez, Iker Fímbres, Allen Rojas and Uros Durdevic.
Injury Concerns Impact Monterrey
Monterrey will be without key players Oliver Torres and Erick Aguirre due to injuries. The club confirmed that Torres suffered a right hamstring injury during a recent match against Querétaro, while Aguirre sustained a quadriceps injury in training. The recovery timeline for both players remains uncertain, according to the club’s statement.
Historical Advantage for Tigres
Historically, Tigres holds the upper hand in the Clásico Regio. Since the introduction of short tournaments, the two teams have met 81 times, with Tigres securing 32 victories compared to Monterrey’s 23. There have been 26 draws between the two sides. However, Monterrey has enjoyed a slight edge in recent encounters, winning two of the last five matches, with two ending in draws and Tigres claiming only one victory. Sofascore provides detailed historical data on the rivalry.
Where to Watch
Fans in Mexico can catch the action live on Azteca 7 and Fox One. Viewers in the United States will be able to watch the match on TUDN. The game is scheduled for Saturday, March 7th, at 9:00 PM Mexico City time (21:00 hours CDMX) / 10:00 PM Eastern Time.
As both teams aim to climb the Liga MX standings, this Clásico Regio is poised to be a captivating spectacle. The outcome of this match could significantly impact their respective playoff aspirations, setting the stage for an intense and memorable encounter at the Estadio Universitario.
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