Alineaciones De Club De Futbol Monterrey Contra Portland Timbers will meet in an intense and passionate encounter to mark one of the most compelling games ever witnessed in Liga MX history. Both clubs helped shape this league into what it is today.
Monterrey come into this match armed with a tight defense that has only conceded 14 goals so far, an attacking approach and one of Mexico’s most passionate fan bases.
1. Tigres
The Rayados (the Striped Ones) are so-named for their traditional navy blue and white striped uniform. On their crest can be found stars representing league titles, as well as continental titles.
Tigres are currently reigning Mexican Champions after defeating Chivas Guadalajara in an intense final series during Clausura 2023. Tigres earned their eighth league championship ever and fifth over 13 seasons – Sebastian Cordova being named Tournament MVP.
Monterrey went undefeated through seven games in 2019, going unbeaten until their 1-1 draw against Motagua in the Champions League play-in round second leg – their sole loss all year! FC Tijuana and Cruz Azul helped Monterrey advance from group stage play into knockout stage play.
2. Rayados
CF Monterrey, more popularly known as Rayados, is one of Mexico’s most successful clubs. Established in 1945, Rayados have won multiple domestic and international championships over their history – more league championships and continental championships than any other Mexican team!
Monterrey FC is part of TelevisaUnivision and their matches can be seen live across platforms such as TUDN, UNIMAS and AVN. Furthermore, they boast their own digital platform called Monterrey Stream for streaming matches live.
Tigres UANL and Club Atletico de Madrid share a fierce rivalry known as Clasico Regiomontano that sees stadiums sell out almost immediately as tickets go on sale – this rivalry has become one of the most heated and intense in football.
3. Santos
The club is commonly known by its nickname – Rayados (the Striped Ones) due to their distinctive navy blue striped uniform. As one of Mexico’s most successful clubs with 12 league titles and 2 CONCACAF Champions League championships under their belts, they place great emphasis on developing local talent, often signing only players who possess Mexican citizenship as signing players is only done from Mexico itself.
Santos mounted an aggressive late charge and Garza had an excellent opportunity, but his shot was well saved by Acevedo. Santos then had several further chances, which were all taken advantage of.
German Berterame led the league with 29 goals during Apertura 2013, playing an instrumental role in leading his club to reach the Copa Libertadores semifinals, losing out 1-3 on aggregate to Cruz Azul. They eventually finished sixth overall.
4. Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul remains one of the most beloved clubs in Mexico despite never winning a league championship, thanks to their emphasis on homegrown talent and only signing players who hail from Mexican descent – this strategy has allowed them to remain competitive and avoid relegation during its history.
The club is famously recognized for their distinctive blue color, and often refers to themselves as La Maquina Azul as part of their identity. This has even made an appearance within their name as part of their name is symbolic.
At present, they compete in Liga BBVA MX with many talented players such as Luis Abram and Eugenio Pineda from their former eras who now wear 5-Stripes jerseys. Furthermore, their trademark hare logo symbolizes speed and power – it represents their motto “Alto Parado”, or above all; additionally it has also been used by cycling and track and field.