The excitement of Liga MX continues as the quarterfinals heat up with a thrilling matchup between Monterrey and Pumas UNAM. This encounter, featuring the No. 4 seed Pumas against the No. 5 seed Monterrey, promises to be a captivating display of competitive soccer.

The game is set to take place at the Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe, marking the first leg of this quarterfinal showdown. Fans are eager to see how these two teams will perform as they vie for a spot in the semifinals.

Match Details:

• Date: Thursday, November 28, 2024
• Time: 10:10 PM EST
• Channel: TUDN
• Streaming: Available on Fubo (with a free trial option)

Monterrey enters this quarterfinal clash on the back of a solid performance, having secured a 2-1 victory against Leon in their last regular-season match. Key players Edison Gutierrez and Sergio Canales were instrumental in this win, contributing goals that propelled their team forward. However, the match was not without its drama, as Lucas Ocampos received a red card in the 85th minute, adding to the tension of the encounter.

Pumas UNAM, on the other hand, also comes into this matchup with momentum, having edged out Mazatlan with a narrow 1-0 victory. Guillermo Martinez Ayala was the hero for Pumas, converting a penalty kick in the 82nd minute to secure the win. The team displayed a dominant performance, outshooting Mazatlan 10-5, with all five of their shots on target.

The last time these two teams faced off was in October, where they battled to a stalemate, ending in a 0-0 draw. Despite Monterrey’s aggressive approach, taking 16 shots compared to Pumas’ eight, neither team could find the back of the net.

Both Monterrey and Pumas finished the regular season with identical records, each accumulating 31 points through nine wins and four draws. The only distinguishing factor was Pumas’ superior goal differential of +8, compared to Monterrey’s +7, highlighting the competitive nature of this matchup.

Following the Monterrey vs. Pumas game, attention will shift to another exciting quarterfinal clash as San Luis takes on Tigres UANL at the Estadio Olimpico Universitario in Mexico City on December 1. This matchup is sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats as the Liga MX playoffs continue.

As the teams prepare for this crucial encounter, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying evening of soccer. With both teams eager to advance, the stakes are high, and every play will count in this thrilling quarterfinal showdown.