Liga MX Gameweek 8, Apertura

Atlante FC vs NS CF Pachuca

Estadio Banorte

Match Preview

Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching

Futmetrix Verdict
36
Atlante FC
vs
CF Pachuca
Sat, Sep 12 β€’ 03:00 EspaΓ±ol
⚑ Form 40
βš–οΈ Balance 96
πŸ† Stakes 2
⭐ Stars 72
Mid-table struggles at Estadio Banorte.

Win Probability

  • Atlante FC 31%
  • Draw 27%
  • CF Pachuca 42%

Futmetrix AI estimate

Mid-Table Mediocrity Looming

Skip It Futmetrix Score: 36/100. With both sides stuck in a rut and neither showcasing much attacking intent, this clash feels more like an exercise in damage limitation than a true spectacle.

The Setup

On September 12, 2026, Estadio Banorte will host a fixture that hardly sets the pulse racing. Atlante FC find themselves in an offensive drought on their own turf, failing to secure a single home win so far this Apertura campaign. Conversely, CF Pachuca have established themselves as minor away specialists, grinding out results on the road. The Stakes are remarkably low for this 14th versus 11th encounter, dragging down the overall appeal. While the Balance rating is quite high, it speaks volumes about two evenly matched but deeply flawed teams rather than a clash of titans. Both sides' overall Form remains stubbornly mediocre.

Key Battle

Atlante's inability to control games at home means the midfield engine room will be critical. Luis Calzadilla will need to orchestrate the hosts' attacking transitions, but the real danger lies at the other end. The home backline must find a way to silence S. RondΓ³n, whose physical presence and clinical finishing make him one of the few genuine Stars capable of deciding this slow-paced affair single-handedly.

Our Prediction

Do not expect fireworks. Atlante FC's dire home record gives Pachuca the edge, and the visitors know how to execute a smash-and-grab away from home. Our take is a grueling, tactical battle resulting in a narrow 1-0 victory for CF Pachuca.

Key Questions

Should I watch this match?

You can comfortably skip this one. Low Stakes and poor Form from both sides point to a forgettable encounter.

What's the predicted outcome?

CF Pachuca are expected to grind out a tight 1-0 win on the road.

Where are Atlante FC and CF Pachuca in the league table?

Pachuca sit in 11th place with 8 points, while Atlante languish in 14th with just 6 points.

What is Atlante FC's current form?

They are struggling significantly, possessing a DLDWD record and remaining winless in front of their home crowd.

Who is the in-form player to watch?

Luis Calzadilla (Atlante FC) is the standout, boasting 1 goals in 1 matches, averaging a 8.2 rating.

What is the Futmetrix Score?

The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
12/23/2025 CF Pachuca 0 - 4 Atlante FC Friendlies Clubs
12/23/2025
Friendlies Clubs
Atlante FC Win
CF Pachuca Win
Draw

Season Statistics

14
League Position
12
7
Points
8
7
Goals Scored
10
9
Goals Conceded
8

League Standings

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Club America 6 16 12 2 +10 WClub America 2 - 0 Puebla (30-08-2026)WFC Juarez 1 - 2 Club America (22-08-2026)WClub America 3 - 0 Atletico San Luis (16-08-2026)WClub America 3 - 0 Santos Laguna (02-08-2026)DAtlante FC 1 - 1 Club America (25-07-2026)
2 Guadalajara Chivas 7 14 12 6 +6 WAtletico San Luis 0 - 3 Guadalajara Chivas (05-09-2026)DCF Pachuca 1 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (29-08-2026)WGuadalajara Chivas 5 - 2 Club Tijuana (22-08-2026)WSantos Laguna 0 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (17-08-2026)DPuebla 1 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (01-08-2026)
3 Toluca 6 13 12 4 +8 WToluca 4 - 0 FC Juarez (31-08-2026)WClub Queretaro 1 - 2 Toluca (22-08-2026)DAtlante FC 0 - 0 Toluca (15-08-2026)WToluca 3 - 1 Necaxa (03-08-2026)LToluca 1 - 2 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (22-07-2026)
4 Club Tijuana 6 13 10 7 +3 WClub Tijuana 2 - 0 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (29-08-2026)LGuadalajara Chivas 5 - 2 Club Tijuana (22-08-2026)WClub Tijuana 2 - 1 Cruz Azul (17-08-2026)DAtletico San Luis 0 - 0 Club Tijuana (01-08-2026)WClub Tijuana 1 - 0 Leon (25-07-2026)
5 Atlas 7 13 10 9 +1 DAtlas 1 - 1 Atlante FC (06-09-2026)LAtlas 1 - 3 Club Queretaro (29-08-2026)WCruz Azul 0 - 2 Atlas (23-08-2026)WAtlas 2 - 1 Tigres UANL (16-08-2026)LAtlas 0 - 2 Monterrey (02-08-2026)
6 Cruz Azul 7 12 12 11 +1 WCruz Azul 1 - 0 Santos Laguna (06-09-2026)WNecaxa 1 - 3 Cruz Azul (29-08-2026)LCruz Azul 0 - 2 Atlas (23-08-2026)LClub Tijuana 2 - 1 Cruz Azul (17-08-2026)LCruz Azul 2 - 3 Atlante FC (02-08-2026)
7 U.N.A.M. - Pumas 7 11 11 9 +2 WU.N.A.M. - Pumas 3 - 1 Leon (11-09-2026)LClub Tijuana 2 - 0 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (29-08-2026)DU.N.A.M. - Pumas 1 - 1 Necaxa (24-08-2026)DU.N.A.M. - Pumas 0 - 0 Club Queretaro (16-08-2026)WFC Juarez 1 - 5 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (01-08-2026)
8 Club Queretaro 6 10 9 7 +2 WAtlas 1 - 3 Club Queretaro (29-08-2026)LClub Queretaro 1 - 2 Toluca (22-08-2026)DU.N.A.M. - Pumas 0 - 0 Club Queretaro (16-08-2026)WClub Queretaro 3 - 2 Tigres UANL (01-08-2026)WCF Pachuca 1 - 2 Club Queretaro (27-07-2026)
9 Puebla 6 10 9 9 0 LClub America 2 - 0 Puebla (30-08-2026)WPuebla 3 - 2 Santos Laguna (23-08-2026)WCF Pachuca 2 - 3 Puebla (18-08-2026)DPuebla 1 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (01-08-2026)LCruz Azul 2 - 1 Puebla (22-07-2026)
10 Leon 7 10 9 9 0 LU.N.A.M. - Pumas 3 - 1 Leon (11-09-2026)DAtlante FC 1 - 1 Leon (29-08-2026)WLeon 2 - 0 Monterrey (22-08-2026)WNecaxa 1 - 2 Leon (18-08-2026)WLeon 1 - 0 CF Pachuca (02-08-2026)
11 Monterrey 6 9 13 10 +3 LMonterrey 1 - 3 Atletico San Luis (31-08-2026)LLeon 2 - 0 Monterrey (22-08-2026)WMonterrey 6 - 1 FC Juarez (16-08-2026)WAtlas 0 - 2 Monterrey (02-08-2026)LNecaxa 2 - 1 Monterrey (26-07-2026)
12 CF Pachuca 7 8 10 8 +2 WFC Juarez 0 - 2 CF Pachuca (05-09-2026)DCF Pachuca 1 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (29-08-2026)DAtletico San Luis 1 - 1 CF Pachuca (23-08-2026)LCF Pachuca 2 - 3 Puebla (18-08-2026)LLeon 1 - 0 CF Pachuca (02-08-2026)
13 Necaxa 7 8 9 12 -3 DTigres UANL 1 - 1 Necaxa (06-09-2026)LNecaxa 1 - 3 Cruz Azul (29-08-2026)DU.N.A.M. - Pumas 1 - 1 Necaxa (24-08-2026)LNecaxa 1 - 2 Leon (18-08-2026)LToluca 3 - 1 Necaxa (03-08-2026)
14 Atlante FC 7 7 7 9 -2 DAtlas 1 - 1 Atlante FC (06-09-2026)DAtlante FC 1 - 1 Leon (29-08-2026)LTigres UANL 2 - 0 Atlante FC (22-08-2026)DAtlante FC 0 - 0 Toluca (15-08-2026)WCruz Azul 2 - 3 Atlante FC (02-08-2026)
15 Tigres UANL 7 6 9 11 -2 DTigres UANL 1 - 1 Necaxa (06-09-2026)DSantos Laguna 0 - 0 Tigres UANL (30-08-2026)WTigres UANL 2 - 0 Atlante FC (22-08-2026)LAtlas 2 - 1 Tigres UANL (16-08-2026)LClub Queretaro 3 - 2 Tigres UANL (01-08-2026)
16 Atletico San Luis 7 6 8 13 -5 LAtletico San Luis 0 - 3 Guadalajara Chivas (05-09-2026)WMonterrey 1 - 3 Atletico San Luis (31-08-2026)DAtletico San Luis 1 - 1 CF Pachuca (23-08-2026)LClub America 3 - 0 Atletico San Luis (16-08-2026)DAtletico San Luis 0 - 0 Club Tijuana (01-08-2026)
17 Santos Laguna 7 1 4 12 -8 LCruz Azul 1 - 0 Santos Laguna (06-09-2026)DSantos Laguna 0 - 0 Tigres UANL (30-08-2026)LPuebla 3 - 2 Santos Laguna (23-08-2026)LSantos Laguna 0 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas (17-08-2026)LClub America 3 - 0 Santos Laguna (02-08-2026)
18 FC Juarez 7 0 3 21 -18 LFC Juarez 0 - 2 CF Pachuca (05-09-2026)LToluca 4 - 0 FC Juarez (31-08-2026)LFC Juarez 1 - 2 Club America (22-08-2026)LMonterrey 6 - 1 FC Juarez (16-08-2026)LFC Juarez 1 - 5 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (01-08-2026)