Liga MX Gameweek 5, Apertura

Guadalajara Chivas 5 - 2 FT Club Tijuana

Estadio Akron

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

Futmetrix Verdict
57
FT
Sat, Aug 22
Español
Guadalajara Chivas
5-2
Club Tijuana
⚡ Intensity 56
⚖️ Balance 10
🏆 Stakes 100
🎲 Upset 0
Seven-goal thriller stuns Estadio Akron.

Win Probability

  • Guadalajara Chivas 63%
  • Draw 21%
  • Club Tijuana 16%

Futmetrix AI estimate

Chivas Demolish Tijuana in Seven-Goal Spectacular

Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 57/100. A breathtaking attacking display saw the hosts shatter Tijuana's unbeaten record and ignite their own stuttering campaign.

Early Fireworks in Jalisco

The atmosphere at Estadio Akron was electric as Guadalajara Chivas stepped onto the pitch with a massive point to prove. Coming into the match in tenth place and feeling the nagging pressure of a relegation battle in the coefficient table, the hosts unleashed an Intensity that immediately caught the visitors off guard. Club Tijuana arrived boasting an unbeaten record and sitting pretty in third place, but they were quickly dragged into a chaotic firefight. Roberto Alvarado pulled the strings masterfully for the home side, constantly stretching the defense, while Carlos González struggled to provide a focal point for the visitors. The Balance of play shifted decisively early on, setting the stage for a remarkably open encounter where caution was thrown entirely to the wind.

The Floodgates Open

What followed was nothing short of spectacular. The Upset Factor soared as Chivas systematically dismantled a Tijuana defense that had only conceded twice all season prior to this nightmare. Every time the home side pushed forward, they looked poised to score. The visitors entirely lost their defensive shape, leaving massive gaps that were ruthlessly exploited. A 5-2 scoreline is a rare sight, and it perfectly illustrated a match where clinical finishing met defensive collapse. Chivas turned the stadium into a shooting gallery, burying their chances with incredible precision. The sheer volume of goals shattered Tijuana’s confidence in real-time, turning a competitive fixture into a stunning rout that left the traveling supporters in absolute disbelief as the net bulged time and time again.

Turning Point of the Season

The Stakes could not have been higher for a Chivas side desperate for momentum, and they delivered emphatically. These three points are utterly vital, propelling them up the standings and providing a massive injection of belief. Alleviating those lingering relegation worries allows the squad to look upward toward playoff contention rather than nervously over their shoulders. For Club Tijuana, this 5-2 thrashing serves as a harsh reality check. Losing their undefeated streak in such a brutal manner will undoubtedly force a tactical rethink, particularly regarding their defensive vulnerability under pressure. As the dust settles at Estadio Akron, this fixture will be remembered as the night the Apertura standings were blown wide open by a truly unforgettable attacking masterclass.

Key Questions

What caused the 7-goal thriller?

A relentless attacking approach from Guadalajara Chivas combined with uncharacteristic defensive lapses from the visitors created a perfect storm for goals.

What does this mean for Guadalajara Chivas's season?

This crucial victory eases coefficient pressures, propelling them up the table and providing massive momentum for the rest of the Apertura campaign.

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.

Match Statistics

Possession
59%
41%
Guadalajara Chivas 59%
Club Tijuana 41%
Shots
11
13
Guadalajara Chivas 11
Club Tijuana 13
Shots on Target
8
4
Guadalajara Chivas 8
Club Tijuana 4
Passes
561
374
Guadalajara Chivas 561
Club Tijuana 374
Corners
4
4
Guadalajara Chivas 4
Club Tijuana 4
Fouls
15
10
Guadalajara Chivas 15
Club Tijuana 10
Yellow Cards
3
1
Guadalajara Chivas 3
Club Tijuana 1
Red Cards
0
0
Guadalajara Chivas 0
Club Tijuana 0

Match Events

8' 🟨 E. Alvarez
23' S. Sandoval (L. Romo)
31' R. Marin (D. Campillo Del Campo)
R. Arciga 🟨 45'+1
45'+2 R. Marin
HT
D. Abreu Elias Manoel 🔄 46'
P. N. Ortiz Orozco A. Vega 🔄 46'
I. Rivero Y. Padilla 🔄 46'
49' 🟨 M. Gomez
53' 🔄 M. Gomez B. Gutierrez
53' 🔄 E. Alvarez L. Rey
R. Arciga F. Gonzalez 🔄 56'
59' R. Alvarado (B. Gutierrez)
64' 🔄 H. Camberos K. Castaneda
64' 🔄 S. Sandoval J. Carrillo
69' D. Campillo Del Campo (R. Alvarado)
72' 🔄 R. Marin A. Sepulveda
73' 🟨 L. Romo
Elias Manoel (F. Gonzalez) 75'
G. Mora A. Zapata 🔄 79'
Elias Manoel (A. Preciado) 90'+2
FT

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

Guadalajara Chivas

Midfielders
R. Rangel
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Gomez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
D. Campillo Del Campo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
L. Romo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Sandoval
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
O. Govea
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Gonzalez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
H. Camberos
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Alvarado
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
E. Alvarez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Marin
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
O. Whalley
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Chavez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
K. Castaneda
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Inda
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
B. Gutierrez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
L. Rey
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Sepulveda
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Carrillo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Perez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Hernandez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

Club Tijuana

Midfielders
A. Rodriguez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Fernandez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Porozo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Gomez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
P. N. Ortiz Orozco
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
I. Tona
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Arciga
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
G. Mora
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
I. Rivero
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Preciado
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
D. Abreu
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
J. Hernandez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
U. Bilbao
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Vega
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Boya
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Zapata
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Perez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Y. Padilla
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. El Ghezouani
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Elias Manoel
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Gonzalez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
04/26/2026 Guadalajara Chivas 0 - 0 Club Tijuana Liga MX Estadio Akron
08/23/2025 Club Tijuana 3 - 3 Guadalajara Chivas Liga MX Estadio Caliente
02/10/2025 Guadalajara Chivas 2 - 1 Club Tijuana Liga MX Estadio AKRON
07/13/2024 Club Tijuana 4 - 2 Guadalajara Chivas Liga MX Estadio Caliente
01/27/2024 Club Tijuana 1 - 1 Guadalajara Chivas Liga MX Estadio Caliente
08/23/2023 Guadalajara Chivas 1 - 0 Club Tijuana Liga MX Estadio AKRON
02/16/2023 Guadalajara Chivas 2 - 1 Club Tijuana Liga MX Estadio AKRON
09/08/2022 Club Tijuana 1 - 2 Guadalajara Chivas Liga MX Estadio Caliente
04/20/2022 Guadalajara Chivas 2 - 1 Club Tijuana Liga MX Estadio AKRON
10/21/2021 Club Tijuana 0 - 0 Guadalajara Chivas Liga MX Estadio Caliente
04/26/2026
Liga MX Estadio Akron
08/23/2025
Liga MX Estadio Caliente
02/10/2025
Liga MX Estadio AKRON
07/13/2024
Liga MX Estadio Caliente
01/27/2024
Liga MX Estadio Caliente
08/23/2023
Liga MX Estadio AKRON
02/16/2023
Liga MX Estadio AKRON
09/08/2022
Liga MX Estadio Caliente
04/20/2022
Liga MX Estadio AKRON
10/21/2021
Liga MX Estadio Caliente
Guadalajara Chivas Win
Club Tijuana Win
Draw

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Club America 5 13 10 2 +8 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)WClub Queretaro 0 - 1 Club America (19-07-2026)
2 Atlas 5 12 8 5 +3 WCruz Azul 0 - 2 Atlas (23-08-2026)WAtlas 2 - 1 Tigres UANL (16-08-2026)LAtlas 0 - 2 Monterrey (02-08-2026)WSantos Laguna 0 - 1 Atlas (26-07-2026)WLeon 2 - 3 Atlas (18-07-2026)
3 Toluca 5 10 8 4 +4 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)WGuadalajara Chivas 0 - 2 Toluca (19-07-2026)
4 Guadalajara Chivas 5 10 8 5 +3 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)WGuadalajara Chivas 1 - 0 FC Juarez (25-07-2026)LGuadalajara Chivas 0 - 2 Toluca (19-07-2026)
5 Puebla 5 10 9 7 +2 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)WFC Juarez 0 - 1 Puebla (18-07-2026)
6 Club Tijuana 5 10 8 7 +1 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)WClub Tijuana 3 - 1 Tigres UANL (17-07-2026)
7 Monterrey 5 9 12 7 +5 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)WMonterrey 3 - 2 Santos Laguna (19-07-2026)
8 Leon 5 9 7 5 +2 WLeon 2 - 0 Monterrey (22-08-2026)WNecaxa 1 - 2 Leon (18-08-2026)WLeon 1 - 0 CF Pachuca (02-08-2026)LClub Tijuana 1 - 0 Leon (25-07-2026)LLeon 2 - 3 Atlas (18-07-2026)
9 U.N.A.M. - Pumas 4 7 7 5 +2 DU.N.A.M. - Pumas 0 - 0 Club Queretaro (16-08-2026)WFC Juarez 1 - 5 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (01-08-2026)WToluca 1 - 2 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (22-07-2026)LU.N.A.M. - Pumas 0 - 3 CF Pachuca (18-07-2026)
10 Club Queretaro 5 7 6 6 0 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)LClub Queretaro 0 - 1 Club America (19-07-2026)
11 Necaxa 4 6 6 7 -1 LNecaxa 1 - 2 Leon (18-08-2026)LToluca 3 - 1 Necaxa (03-08-2026)WNecaxa 2 - 1 Monterrey (26-07-2026)WNecaxa 2 - 1 Atlante FC (17-07-2026)
12 Cruz Azul 5 6 8 10 -2 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)WCruz Azul 2 - 1 Puebla (22-07-2026)WAtletico San Luis 2 - 3 Cruz Azul (18-07-2026)
13 Atlante FC 5 5 5 7 -2 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)DAtlante FC 1 - 1 Club America (25-07-2026)LNecaxa 2 - 1 Atlante FC (17-07-2026)
14 CF Pachuca 5 4 7 7 0 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)LCF Pachuca 1 - 2 Club Queretaro (27-07-2026)WU.N.A.M. - Pumas 0 - 3 CF Pachuca (18-07-2026)
15 Tigres UANL 5 4 8 10 -2 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)DTigres UANL 2 - 2 Atletico San Luis (26-07-2026)LClub Tijuana 3 - 1 Tigres UANL (17-07-2026)
16 Atletico San Luis 5 3 5 9 -4 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)DTigres UANL 2 - 2 Atletico San Luis (26-07-2026)LAtletico San Luis 2 - 3 Cruz Azul (18-07-2026)
17 Santos Laguna 5 0 4 11 -7 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)LSantos Laguna 0 - 1 Atlas (26-07-2026)LMonterrey 3 - 2 Santos Laguna (19-07-2026)
18 FC Juarez 5 0 3 15 -12 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)LGuadalajara Chivas 1 - 0 FC Juarez (25-07-2026)LFC Juarez 0 - 1 Puebla (18-07-2026)