Monterrey enters this match as the clear favorite, with average odds of 1.24 suggesting a strong probability of a home victory. The odds imply a 80.6% chance for Monterrey to secure the win, while the draw and away win are less likely at 17.2% and 11.2% respectively. Monterrey's impressive home form and superior squad depth make them the team to beat in this fixture.\n\nMonterrey's current form is commendable, with an average of 1.75 goals per match and a possession rate of 54.66%. Their offensive prowess is highlighted by a 59.38% over 2.5 goals rate and a 65.63% both teams to score rate. Defensively, they concede an average of 1.31 goals per game, supported by a solid expected goals against of 1.21.\n\nSantos Laguna, on the other hand, struggles with a lower average of 0.73 goals per match and a possession rate of 47.27%. Their defensive frailties are evident, conceding 1.73 goals per game with an expected goals against of 2.09. Despite these challenges, Santos Laguna's resilience in duels, with an average of 215.15 per match, could be a key factor in disrupting Monterrey's rhythm.\n\nHistorically, Monterrey has had the upper hand in head-to-head encounters, often leveraging their home advantage. Tactically, Monterrey is expected to dominate possession and create numerous scoring opportunities, while Santos Laguna may adopt a counter-attacking approach to exploit any defensive lapses from the home side.