Mon Jan 13 00:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Rayados Aim for Winning Start Against Puebla in Clausura 2025 Opener

**Monterrey, Mexico –** CF Monterrey kicks off their Clausura 2025 campaign this Sunday at 7:00 PM local time against Club Puebla at the Estadio BBVA. Following their appearance in the Apertura 2024 final, Rayados are looking to start strong and build momentum towards another championship run. They boast a three-tournament streak of earning points in their opening match, and aim to continue that success against Puebla.

Monterrey holds a commanding 4-1-0 record in their last five matches against Puebla, giving them confidence heading into the game. Sunday’s match could also mark the return of Alfonso Alvarado to the Monterrey faithful after a two-and-a-half-year absence, as well as the potential debuts of new signings Ricardo Chávez and Luis Reyes.

**Starting Lineups:**

**Monterrey:** Esteban Andrada; Erick Aguirre, Stefan Medina, Víctor Guzmán, Gerardo Arteaga; Jorge Rodríguez, Iker Fimbres, Oliver Torres, Sergio Canales; Johan Rojas, Germán Berterame. Coach: Martín Demichelis.

**Puebla:** Miguel Jiménez; Jesús Rivas, Emanuel Guiarte, Brayan Angulo, Efraín Orona; Pablo González, Facundo Waller, Ángel Robles, Kevin Velasco, Brayan Garnica; Emiliano Gómez. Coach: Pablo Guede.

The match promises to be an exciting clash between two strong teams, with Monterrey eager to capitalize on their home advantage and establish early dominance in the Clausura 2025.

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