Liga MX Gameweek 5, Clausura
Mazatlán 1 - 2 FT Guadalajara Chivas
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
13' Lucas Merolla
E. Alvarez 15'
23' ↓ O. F. Moreno Villegas ↑J. Diaz
A. Gonzalez 29'
Luis Romo 40'
43' Mauro Zaleta
Daniel Aguirre 43'
HT
↓ D. Aguirre ↑D. Campillo Del Campo 46'
46' ↓ L. Merolla ↑S. Godinez
56' Y. Barcenas
↓ B. Gutierrez ↑F. Gonzalez 58'
66' ↓ B. Rubio ↑D. Hernandez
66' ↓ A. Leyva ↑A. A. Saavedra Nevarez
↓ A. Gonzalez ↑A. Sepulveda 76'
77' Sebastián Santos
80' ↓ J. Sierra ↑A. Herrera
↓ J. Castillo ↑M. Tapias 82'
↓ R. Ledezma ↑M. Gomez 82'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Mazatlán
Goalkeepers
Ricardo Rodríguez 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Sebastián Santos 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
28%
Pass Acc
Facundo Almada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Merolla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Mauro Zaleta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
A. Leyva
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Omar Moreno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
23
Entry
Jordan Sierra
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Yoel Bárcenas 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Dudu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Brian Rubio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
BENCH
Jair Díaz 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.7
Rating
Mauro Laínez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alberto Herrera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jesús Hernández
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel López
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jaime Estrada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. A. Alcaraz Diaz
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Godinez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. A. Saavedra Nevarez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Ben Rhouma
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Guadalajara Chivas
Goalkeepers
José Rangel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Daniel Aguirre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Luis Romo 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
64%
Duel Win %
José Castillo 
MAGNET
101
Activity
101
Activity
99
Passes
2
Duels
Midfielders
Richard Ledezma 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Brian Gutiérrez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
Omar Govea
MAGNET
114
Activity
114
Activity
108
Passes
6
Duels
Bryan González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Roberto Alvarado
MAGNET
63
Activity
63
Activity
50
Passes
13
Duels
Efraín Álvarez
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Armando González 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
6.5
Rating
BENCH
Óscar Whalley 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Miguel Tapias
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Diego Campillo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Miguel Gómez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fernando González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo Camberos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ricardo Marín
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ángel Sepúlveda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yael Padilla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Sandoval
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/19/2025 | Guadalajara Chivas | 2 - 0 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio Akron |
| 04/12/2025 | Mazatlán | 1 - 1 | Guadalajara Chivas | Liga MX | Estadio El Encanto |
| 07/20/2024 | Guadalajara Chivas | 2 - 0 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio AKRON |
| 02/17/2024 | Mazatlán | 2 - 2 | Guadalajara Chivas | Liga MX | Estadio El Encanto |
| 09/27/2023 | Guadalajara Chivas | 1 - 3 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio AKRON |
| 04/30/2023 | Guadalajara Chivas | 4 - 1 | Mazatlán | Liga MX | Estadio AKRON |
10/19/2025
04/12/2025
07/20/2024
02/17/2024
09/27/2023
04/30/2023
Mazatlán Win
Guadalajara Chivas Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 11 GD: +7
P: 9 GD: +5
P: 9 GD: +4
P: 11 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -1
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: -12
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Mazatlán
Guadalajara Chivas
Mazatlán
Guadalajara Chivas
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Leaders Chivas Withstand Mazatlán Fightback
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 46/100. The league leaders showcased their ruthless edge early on before demonstrating the defensive grit required to stay at the summit of Liga MX.
The Opening Blitz
Guadalajara Chivas arrived at Estadio El Encanto determined to underline their title credentials. Dominating possession with an imperious 68% share, the visitors suffocated Mazatlán deep in their own territory. The sheer Intensity of Chivas' attacking play paid dividends in the 15th minute when E. Alvarez broke the deadlock with a clinical strike. Before the home side could even gather their bearings, a penalty was awarded in the 29th minute. A. Gonzalez stepped up and coolly converted, establishing a two-goal cushion that perfectly reflected the one-sided nature of the first half.
The Unexpected Pivot
Facing a daunting deficit, Mazatlán emerged from the interval with renewed purpose, completely shifting the Balance of the contest. The Upset Factor suddenly materialised in the 56th minute when Y. Barcenas found the back of the net, breathing life into a previously subdued home crowd. The dynamic completely changed as the hosts threw bodies forward in search of an equaliser. However, Chivas goalkeeper Raúl Rangel rose to the occasion, producing crucial saves to deny the home side a fairy-tale comeback and keeping his team narrowly ahead under immense pressure.
Holding the Summit
As the clock ticked down, the Stakes grew palpably higher for both sides. Roberto Alvarado proved instrumental in the middle of the park, helping Chivas manage the tempo and frustrate Mazatlán's late surges. Ultimately, the 1-2 victory cements Guadalajara's position at the very top of the table, proving they can grind out results even when their fluid football is disrupted. Meanwhile, the hosts remain stranded in 16th place, desperately needing to turn their spirited second-half showing into tangible points if they hope to escape the relegation zone.
Key Questions
Who were the goalscorers in this fixture?
E. Alvarez and A. Gonzalez scored for Chivas in the first half, while Y. Barcenas netted the lone goal for Mazatlán.
Who was the standout performer?
Efrain Alvarez delivered a masterclass for Chivas, securing the opening goal and dictating play with three key passes in the final third.
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.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
David Meets Goliath as Chivas Hunt Liga MX Crown
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 66/100. Guadalajara's title credentials are put to the test against a Mazatlán side desperate to spoil the championship party.
The Setup
Guadalajara Chivas arrive at Estadio El Encanto sitting proudly at the Liga MX summit. Their phenomenal Form—four wins in their last five outings—highlights a ruthless efficiency on the road. As away specialists, Chivas boast an impressive winning record on their travels. Conversely, Mazatlán languish in 16th place, meaning the Balance of this fixture heavily favors the visitors. Yet, the Stakes couldn't be clearer: for Chivas, every single point is vital in this fierce title race. Expect an influx of attacking Stars to exploit the hosts' fragile defensive lines.
Key Battle
The midfield engine room will define this clash. José Joaquín Esquivel must anchor Mazatlán's resistance against the relentless creative spark of Roberto Alvarado. If Alvarado is granted space to dictate the tempo, the league leaders will effortlessly slice through the home side's defensive block.
Our Prediction
Chivas will monopolize possession early, probing for weaknesses before unleashing their attacking arsenal. Mazatlán might hold firm initially in a low block, but the visitors' sheer quality will inevitably break them down. Expect a comfortable 2-0 victory for the league leaders as they continue their march toward the title.