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Monterrey vs Chicago Fire: Predictions, Picks, Odds & Lineups

Monterrey vs Chicago Fire predicted lineups Leagues Cup

Predicted lineups: Monterrey are set up in a 4-2-3-1 and Chicago Fire in a 4-3-3, with both probable XIs in full below.

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Kalshi prices the Liga MX side at 39% to advance past Chicago Fire in a winner-takes-all knockout tie at SeatGeek Stadium. The margin is tight—Chicago sit at 35%, with a 26% chance of a shootout—but the real story is upstairs: both teams to score is priced at 61%, and over 2.5 goals at 56%. With no draws allowed and a semifinal berth on the line, this one should open up. Kickoff at SeatGeek Stadium is set for 8:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM CT / 5:30 PM PT on Tuesday, August 25.

Monterrey vs Chicago Fire: Best Bets & Predictions

The result is a toss-up, but both defenses should spring leaks in a high-stakes knockout.

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Monterrey to WinTop pickMonterrey’s Liga MX pedigree and deeper roster give them a narrow edge in a knockout setting where class can separate tight ties.
39%win prob.Opening soon @ bet365
Both Teams to Score: YesBoth sides bring attacking intent and knockout urgency favors open play, making a clean sheet unlikely for either defense.
61%chanceOpening soon @ bet365
Over 2.5 GoalsSingle-elimination desperation and the threat of penalties push both teams to chase goals early, tilting the total upward.
56%chanceOpening soon @ bet365

Our approach: lean to the goals rather than the coin-flip result

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How the Leagues Cup knockouts work

The Leagues Cup knockout rounds are single elimination, MLS against Liga MX. There are no draws: level after 90 minutes and the tie goes straight to a penalty shootout. The winner advances to the Semifinals; the loser is eliminated.

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Monterrey vs Chicago Fire Predicted Lineups

Predicted XI — updated for the latest team news.

Monterrey

4-2-3-1
L. Cardenas
G. Arteaga
J. Rodriguez
V. Guzman
R. Chavez
O. Pineda
F. Ambriz
J. Corona
L. Ocampos
D. Rossi
H. Cuypers

Chicago Fire

4-3-3
C. Brady
V. Radojevic
J. Waterman
S. Rogers
Leonardo Barroso
M. Haile-Selassie
M. Pineda
S. Williams
J. Bamba
R. Lod
P. Zinckernagel
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    Monterrey vs Chicago Fire prediction

    This is a coin-flip result with goals baked in—Monterrey have the slight quality edge, but Chicago will push them all the way. Prediction: Monterrey to win, 3-2.

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