TIPS - Monterrey VS Charlotte FC

[(Monterrey) Strength]:
1. Monterrey scored 7 goals in the previous 4 competitive games, averaging nearly 2 goals per game, which demonstrates outstanding attack.

[(Monterrey) Weakness]:
1. Monterrey performed poorly in this edition of the Leagues Cup and have confirmed to miss the knockout stage. Thus, their motivation is in doubt.
2. Monterrey were winless in two Leagues Cup games with only 1 draw and 1 loss, failing to advance early and showing poor form.
3. Monterrey conceded 4 goals in two Cup games, with an average of 2 goals per game, revealing unstable defense.
4. Monterrey will have their next league match shortly after this one. Since this group match has little significance, they may make big changes to their main lineup.
5. Monterrey lost 4 of the previous 6 competitive games and the last 2 Leagues Cup games in AH.

[(Charlotte FC) Strength]:
1. Charlotte FC received 4 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in the previous 6 competitive games, revealing good overall form and stable performances.
2. Charlotte FC conceded 6 goals in the last 2 Leagues Cup games, with an average of over 2 goals per game, demonstrating a lack of stability on defense.
3. Charlotte FC won 5 of the last 7 games in AH and ended the previous 2 games with OVERs in O/U.

[(Charlotte FC) Weakness]:
1. Charlotte FC had poor performances in this edition of the Leagues Cup and failed to qualify for the knockout stage after two winless matches, indicating doubtful motivation.
2. Charlotte FC recorded only 1 draw and 1 loss in two Leagues Cup games, showing a big difference from their MLS records. They had poor preparation and motivation for the Cup.
3. Charlotte FC are 7th in the MLS Eastern Conference table, and the playoff race is still very tight. With another MLS round coming up in three days, they will likely field a rotated squad for this match.

[Tips]:
Both sides have confirmed to miss the knockout stage and will focus on the subsequent league matches, so they may not field multiple starters for this game.

In the previous two Cup games, the two teams showed unbalanced offense and defense.

Charlotte FC have been eliminated early, so they will not place too much emphasis on this match.

The AH line is -0.5 for Monterrey in this game, indicating higher support for the home team.

Thus, Monterrey are expected to win this match.

[Recommended]:
Monterrey (-0.5)