Liga MX Apertura - 2
Leon 1 - 0 FT Guadalajara Chivas
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
HT
61' Ettson Ayón
65' J. Rodriguez
↓ B. Gonzalez ↑E. Alvarez 68'
↓ C. Cowell ↑H. Camberos 69'
71' ↓ I. Moreno ↑S. Santos
74' Oscar García
↓ A. Pulido ↑A. Gonzalez 82'
↓ O. Govea ↑D. Campillo Del Campo 83'
85' ↓ E. Ayon ↑G. Garcia
85' ↓ A. Estrada ↑D. Ramirez
↓ J. Castillo ↑S. Sandoval 88'
90' ↓ F. Beltran Cruz ↑V. Gauthier
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Leon
Goalkeepers
O. Garcia 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
I. Moreno 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
S. Barreiro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Frias
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
S. Reyes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
F. Beltran Cruz
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Echeverria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Fonseca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Rodriguez 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.2
Rating
A. Estrada
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Forwards
E. Ayon
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
BENCH
O. Jimenez 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
V. Gauthier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Medina
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Villa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Bellon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Cisneros
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Ramirez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Santos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Valadez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Garcia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Guadalajara Chivas
Goalkeepers
R. Rangel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
D. Aguirre 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
71%
Pass Acc
L. Romo 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
8
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
J. Castillo
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
86%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
R. Ledezma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Govea
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
E. Gutierrez 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
4
Fouls
6.2
Rating
B. Gonzalez
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
R. Alvarado
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
39%
Pass Acc
A. Pulido 
MAGNET
43
Activity
43
Activity
36
Passes
7
Duels
C. Cowell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
BENCH
O. Whalley
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Mozo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Sepulveda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Campillo Del Campo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Gonzalez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Camberos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Alvarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Chicharito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Gonzalez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Sandoval
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/20/2025 | Leon | 1 - 0 | Guadalajara Chivas | Liga MX | Estadio León |
| 01/29/2025 | Leon | 2 - 1 | Guadalajara Chivas | Liga MX | Estadio León |
| 09/19/2024 | Guadalajara Chivas | 2 - 0 | Leon | Liga MX | Estadio AKRON |
| 03/09/2024 | Guadalajara Chivas | 1 - 2 | Leon | Liga MX | Estadio AKRON |
| 09/09/2023 | Guadalajara Chivas | 2 - 0 | Leon | Friendlies Clubs | SeatGeek Stadium |
| 07/04/2023 | Leon | 1 - 2 | Guadalajara Chivas | Liga MX | Estadio León |
07/20/2025
01/29/2025
09/19/2024
03/09/2024
09/09/2023
07/04/2023
Leon Win
Guadalajara Chivas Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -3
League Standings
P: 17 GD: +17
P: 17 GD: +16
P: 17 GD: +13
P: 17 GD: +6
P: 17 GD: +12
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: +10
P: 17 GD: +3
P: 17 GD: +2
P: 17 GD: -10
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -15
P: 17 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Leon Execute the Perfect Smash-and-Grab to Stun Leaders Chivas
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 32/100. Our verdict: A colossal upset at Estadio León proves that sterile possession means absolutely nothing without a killer instinct in the final third.
The Siege of Estadio León
Guadalajara Chivas arrived as league leaders and immediately played like it. They dominated possession with 66% of the ball, pinning Leon deep in their own half. The visitors orchestrated a relentless attacking siege, firing off 18 total shots. Luis Romo and Roberto Alvarado were pulling the strings, dictating the tempo and trying to pick the lock of a stubborn defensive block. Yet, for all their territorial control, the final product was severely lacking. Only three of those 18 attempts tested the goalkeeper. The Intensity was exceptionally high, but the league leaders found themselves banging their heads against a green wall. Leon absorbed the pressure beautifully, staying disciplined and simply waiting for a single mistake to exploit as the first half unfolded.
The VAR Intervention
The match completely flipped on a singular, controversial moment just past the hour mark. With Chivas committing bodies forward to break the deadlock, Leon finally found space to counter. Ettson Ayón forced the issue inside the box, leading to a massive penalty shout. The referee paused, and a tense VAR review confirmed the decision in the 61st minute. This sudden swing dramatically altered the Balance of the contest. Four minutes later, J. Rodriguez stepped up to the spot. Ignoring the deafening pressure of the moment, he coolly converted the penalty to give the hosts a shock lead. It was a classic sucker punch. Chivas had dictated the entire narrative, but Leon ruthlessly capitalised on their solitary golden opportunity to turn the match on its head.
Holding the Line
Trailing against the run of play, Chivas threw everything forward in a desperate search for an equaliser. The Stakes were massive for the away side, who needed to protect their spot at the summit of the table. However, Leon's midfield anchor Rodrigo Echeverría put in an outstanding shift to break up play and deeply frustrate the visitors. Despite facing a barrage of late crosses and speculative efforts from outside the box, the home side held firm. The final whistle confirmed a 1-0 victory for Leon, a monumental result that injects fresh life into their mid-table campaign. For Chivas, this defeat serves as a harsh lesson in attacking efficiency. A massive Upset Factor defined a night where the underdogs survived a relentless storm to snatch all three points.
Key Questions
How did Leon win despite having such low possession?
Leon executed a flawless defensive block, absorbed 18 total shots from Chivas, and ruthlessly capitalised on a crucial VAR penalty converted by J. Rodriguez.
Who was the standout performer for Chivas?
Despite the defeat, Luis Romo delivered an outstanding performance, dictating play from deep and creating chances during Chivas's prolonged attacking siege.
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.
Chivas Chase Glory Against Struggling Leon
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 49/100. While Guadalajara Chivas march relentlessly toward the Apertura summit, Leon desperately needs a result to salvage their sputtering campaign.
The Setup
On July 20, 2025, Estadio León hosts a classic top-versus-bottom-half encounter. Guadalajara Chivas sit proudly at the top of the table with 30 points, riding a four-match winning streak. Their Form is spectacular, particularly on the road where they have proven to be ruthless specialists. In stark contrast, Leon languish in 12th place with a leaky defense. The Balance of power heavily favors the visitors heading into this clash. While the Stakes are massive for the away side's title ambitions, a modest Stars rating suggests this will be a gritty, tactical affair rather than a highlight-reel shootout.
Key Battle
This matchup will be decided by structural integrity. Leon's highly vulnerable backline must find a way to absorb wave after wave of pressure from the league leaders' well-oiled attacking machine. If the hosts cannot plug the gaps collectively, it will be a long night for their defense.
Our Prediction
A comfortable 2-0 victory for the visitors. They will control possession, dictate the tempo from the opening whistle, and methodically dismantle a fragile home defense.