Mexico's biggest club prize is on the line as Monterrey face Pachuca in the Liga MX final. The first leg will take place this Thursday at the Estadio Hidalgo in Pachuca.
A fifth league title beckons for Monterrey, with Los Rayados eliminating rivals Tigres and Club America in the Liguilla. Antonio "Turco" Mohamed's men are undeniably effective in front of goal and more often than not are well-balanced with experience and composure at the back.
Of all the collective characteristics of this team, however, the most telling trait in this final may be the absence of one of their key players.