La Liga MX returns to action after the break for the FIFA Date with an exciting matchup: the Clásico Regio 139 between Monterrey and Tigres. This rivalry between the two teams goes beyond just winning three points, as the dominance of the city is also at stake. Monterrey arrives at the match in fourth place with 21 points, looking to close the gap with Tigres and maintain dominance in recent encounters.
In the current tournament, Monterrey has had ups and downs, starting with Fernando Ortiz as head coach and then being replaced by Martín Demichelis. Despite the lack of stability, the team remains near the top of the table.
On the other hand, Tigres arrives as runner-up with 24 points and one game less than Monterrey. Under the command of Veljko Paunovic, the team aims to maintain the advantage over their rival and chase the leader Cruz Azul. Although it hasn’t had a spectacular performance, it has achieved stability after Siboldi's departure.
In the last encounter between the two teams, Monterrey won 2-1 with goals from Lucas Ocampos and Roberto de la Rosa, while Nicolás Ibáñez scored for Tigres. The Rayados have won one and drawn two of the last three meetings, which has prevented Tigres from winning the derby since Clásico 134 in October 2023.
The Monterrey vs. Tigres match will take place at the Estadio BBVA on Saturday, October 19 at 21:10 hours. The last matchup between the two teams was a friendly game in the United States on October 12.
