Title Race Heats Up in Liga MX as Club America Stumbles

Two matchdays remain in the Liga MX Apertura, and the battle for the title and the last four play-off spots continues. Club America leads on goal difference alone, ahead of Chivas Guadalajara and Cruz Azul. Atlas is also two points behind and stands as the surprise name in the title race.

Club America has lost only twice this season but has not won in its last three matches. During this period it also lost to Pachuca. Pachuca features the league's top scorer, Salomon Rondon. With Henry Martin back to form, Club America's attack may be the best in the league, but the match against Pumas could lead to dropped points.

In the play-off race, the teams from fifth to eleventh place could all change positions. Four teams are mathematically out of the play-offs. Puebla still has a chance from 14th place, which shows how competitive the season has been. According to the current table, Monterrey is outside the play-offs.

Monterrey will play on Saturday at 20:00 ET at Toluca's ground, Estadio Nemesio Diez. The team has not missed the play-offs since 2016. Despite being the third-highest spender after Atlas and Club America, it has failed to get results under the chaotic management of Matias Almeyda. It is emphasized that the squad has talent, but it has not yet come together.

Monterrey's attack is dangerous, with three players among the league's top 15 scorers. If no points are taken on Saturday night, only 90 minutes will remain, and the chances of making the play-offs will be seriously reduced. The match will be broadcast on CBS Sports Golazo Network.