The Matchday 2 clash of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup between River Plate (Argentina) and Monterrey (Mexico) will take place on June 22 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, USA. River Plate vs. Monterrey: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
River Plate
Marcelo Gallardo's side triumphed over Urawa Red Diamonds 3-1 in their opening match. River Plate impressively scored three goals with just five shots on target. As a result, the club has remained unbeaten in three consecutive Club World Cup matches (2 wins, 1 draw). Additionally, the Argentinians have not scored less than two goals in regular time during this period. They currently top Group E.
- The Argentinians have not lost in regular time in 4 of their last 5 Club World Cup matches (3 wins, 1 draw).
- At least three goals have been scored in 90 minutes in four of the team's previous matches in this tournament.
- River Plate has conceded in regular time in 3 of their last 4 Club World Cup games.
Predicted lineup for River Plate (4-3-3)
Franco Armani – Gonzalo Montiel, Lucas Martinez Quarta, German Pezzella, Marcos Acuña – Ignacio Fernandez, Enzo Perez, Kevin Castaño – Franco Mastantuono, Sebastian Driussi, Facundo Colidio.
Monterrey
In their first match, Domenec Torrent's side managed to secure a point against Inter Milan (1-1). Monterrey opened the scoring but couldn't hold on for the win. Notably, the team has not won in four of their last five Club World Cup matches (2 draws, 2 losses). Moreover, the Mexicans have conceded in eight consecutive matches in this tournament. After the first round, Monterrey shares second place in the group with Inter.
- The team has not lost in regular time in 7 of their last 9 Club World Cup matches (4 wins, 3 draws).
- At least three goals have been scored in 90 minutes in 5 of the club's last 7 matches in this tournament.
- The Mexicans have conceded exactly one or two goals in regular time in their last eight Club World Cup matches.
Predicted lineup for Monterrey (4-5-1)
Esteban Andrada – Ricardo Chavez, Victor Guzman, Sergio Ramos, Gerardo Arteaga – Lucas Ocampos, Stefan Medina, Oliver Torres, Sergio Canales, Jorge Rodriguez – German Berterame.
Referee
Slavko Vincic (Slovenia)
Matches – 15 (International matches, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 58;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.9;
Red cards shown – 0;
Average fouls per match – 25;
Penalties – 13%.
River Plate vs. Monterrey: Match Prediction
Both teams have shown offensive prowess on the international stage, making it reasonable to expect goals in their encounter. River Plate has played five matches in the Club World Cup, scoring ten goals. Additionally, the Argentinians have scored 12 times in their last four Copa Libertadores matches. However, they have also conceded eight goals in their previous five international fixtures.
Monterrey has already played 13 matches in the Club World Cup, failing to break through the opponent's defense only once, and in seven instances, they have scored at least twice in 90 minutes. However, the Mexicans cannot boast a strong defensive record: throughout their history in this tournament, Monterrey has kept a clean sheet only once. Furthermore, they have conceded in 7 of their last 9 CONCACAF Champions League matches.
My prediction: Total over 2.5 goals
