Liga MX Gameweek 12, Clausura
Monterrey 2 - 3 FT Guadalajara Chivas
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
A. Gonzalez (A. Sepulveda) 18'
O. Govea 37'
45'+2 C. Salcedo
HT
J. Castillo (B. Gonzalez) 46'
B. Gonzalez (R. Ledezma) 55'
59' ↓ F. Ambriz ↑O. Torres
59' ↓ C. Reyes ↑C. Bustos
↓ A. Sepulveda ↑R. Marin 61'
↓ R. Alvarado ↑B. Gutierrez 61'
↓ R. Ledezma ↑M. Gomez 68'
↓ A. Gonzalez ↑S. Sandoval 68'
↓ O. Govea ↑E. Alvarez 76'
76' ↓ L. Orellano ↑J. Moxica
76' ↓ R. de la Rosa ↑O. Galvez
D. Aguirre 84'
88' U. Djurdjevic (R. Chavez)
90' R. Chavez (O. Torres)
B. Gutierrez 90'+5
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Monterrey
Goalkeepers
Luis Cárdenas 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Ricardo Chávez 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8.2
Rating
Carlos Salcedo 
MAGNET
82
Activity
82
Activity
76
Passes
6
Duels
Luis Reyes 
ARCHITECT
6
Key Passes
6
Key Passes
0
Assists
38%
Pass Acc
Gerardo Arteaga 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Fidel Ambríz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Jorge Rodríguez
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
50%
Pass Acc
Luca Orellano
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Roberto de la Rosa
MAGNET
69
Activity
69
Activity
63
Passes
6
Duels
Cristian Reyes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Forwards
Uroš Đurđević
CLUTCH HERO
88
Goal Time
88
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7
Rating
BENCH
Santiago Mele 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
César Bustos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
40
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Frayde
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Garcia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joel Domínguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Óliver Torres 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
40
Minutes
7.3
Rating
O. Galvez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anthony Martial
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joaquin Moxica
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jesús Corona
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Guadalajara Chivas
Goalkeepers
José Rangel 
PENALTY HERO
1
Pens Saved
1
Pens Saved
6
Saves
8.9
Rating
Defenders
Daniel Aguirre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Diego Campillo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
José Castillo 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Midfielders
Ángel Sepúlveda 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Fernando González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Omar Govea
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Bryan González 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
7.3
Rating
Forwards
Richard Ledezma
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
12%
Pass Acc
Roberto Alvarado
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Armando González 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.6
Rating
BENCH
Óscar Whalley
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Miguel Tapias
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Miguel Gómez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gilberto Sepúlveda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brian Gutiérrez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
38
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo Camberos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yael Padilla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ricardo Marín
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
38
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Efraín Álvarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Sandoval
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/08/2025 | Guadalajara Chivas | 4 - 2 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio Akron |
| 04/06/2025 | Monterrey | 3 - 1 | Guadalajara Chivas | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA |
| 09/29/2024 | Guadalajara Chivas | 1 - 1 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio AKRON |
| 03/31/2024 | Monterrey | 0 - 2 | Guadalajara Chivas | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA |
| 09/03/2023 | Guadalajara Chivas | 1 - 2 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio AKRON |
| 01/08/2023 | Monterrey | 0 - 1 | Guadalajara Chivas | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA |
11/08/2025
04/06/2025
09/29/2024
03/31/2024
09/03/2023
01/08/2023
Monterrey Win
Guadalajara Chivas Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 18 GD: +15
P: 16 GD: +13
P: 16 GD: +8
P: 18 GD: +8
P: 14 GD: +9
P: 14 GD: +4
P: 14 GD: +2
P: 14 GD: -4
P: 12 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: +3
P: 12 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: -11
P: 12 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: -5
P: 12 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -9
P: 12 GD: -8
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Monterrey
Guadalajara Chivas
Monterrey
Guadalajara Chivas
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Leaders Survive Late Siege at the Steel Giant
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 62/100. A monumental goalkeeping display and clinical finishing allowed the league leaders to weather a furious late comeback attempt.
Ruthless Efficiency
The tactical script at Estadio BBVA felt completely established in the opening exchanges as Monterrey immediately took a stranglehold on the ball, ultimately racking up 63% possession over the course of the evening. Yet, dominating the sphere means little without the high Intensity required to break through stubborn defensive lines. It was the visiting side who struck first against the run of play. Just 18 minutes into the contest, A. Gonzalez found the back of the net, latching onto a razor-sharp pass from A. Sepulveda to stun the home crowd. Guadalajara Chivas consciously adopted a classic smash-and-grab mentality, willingly absorbing heavy offensive pressure and preparing to unleash rapid, devastating counter-attacks every time the hosts overcommitted.
The Wall and The Break
The true turning point of this dramatic fixture arrived not from a prolific striker, but from the heroic man standing between the posts. When the tactical Balance of the match threatened to drastically tip toward the relentless hosts, Raúl Rangel delivered an absolute masterclass in shot-stopping. The visiting goalkeeper produced a staggering six saves on the night, with none proving more vital than a spectacular penalty stop that visibly shattered local confidence. Buoyed tremendously by their keeper's heroics, Chivas emerged from the dressing room for the second half with devastating attacking intent. J. Castillo ruthlessly doubled the advantage right after the restart, and B. Gonzalez added a commanding third on 55 minutes courtesy of R. Ledezma, seemingly putting the result beyond any doubt.
Grandstand Finish
With the Stakes remaining incredibly high for a home side desperate to climb out of mid-table obscurity, the final minutes unexpectedly transformed into absolute pandemonium. Completely unwilling to accept a heavy defeat on their own turf, Monterrey launched a desperate offensive barrage. In the 88th minute, U. Djurdjevic struck beautifully to offer a sudden glimmer of hope, assisted by R. Chavez. Merely two minutes later, Chavez turned goalscorer himself, converting a clever pass from substitute O. Torres to set up a remarkably frantic finale. The hosts threw everything forward, culminating in an impressive 22 total shots, but the final whistle rescued the leaders. Chivas escape with their lead at the summit fully intact, while Monterrey are left to rue a sluggish middle period.
Key Questions
What made Raúl Rangel the Man of the Match?
His spectacular six-save performance, highlighted by a massive penalty stop, completely stifled Monterrey's momentum and laid the foundation for the away victory.
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
A fierce clash of styles: Monterrey's relentless attacking volume met Chivas's clinical finishing, culminating in a breathless late surge that nearly erased a three-goal deficit.
How did substitute Raúl Rangel change the game?
While actually a starting player, Rangel altered the entire complexion of the match by saving a crucial penalty and single-handedly repelling Monterrey's initial dominance.
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.
Chivas Title Charge Faces Tricky Monterrey Test
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 80/100. Monterrey's desperate push for playoff positioning collides with a Chivas side intent on marching straight to the Liga MX crown.
The Setup
The title race is heating up as league leaders Guadalajara Chivas arrive at Estadio BBVA. Boasting a formidable Form rating, the visitors have been ruthless on the road, racking up five away wins in seven trips. Monterrey, meanwhile, are languishing in ninth place with just 14 points. Their highly inconsistent Clausura campaign means the Balance tilts heavily toward the away side, though Rayados' attacking firepower ensures the Stars metric remains dangerously high. For Chivas, the Stakes are crystal clear: secure three points and keep a stranglehold on the summit as the postseason looms.
Key Battle
The clash of offensive philosophies will be defined by Luca Orellano taking on Armando González. Orellano has been Monterrey's creative heartbeat, pulling strings, stretching the pitch, and delivering vital assists. Conversely, González is operating as a pure goal machine for Chivas. Whichever defense fails to track their respective tormentor will likely end up costing their team the match.
Our Prediction
We expect Chivas to exploit Monterrey's defensive frailties early on. The hosts will undoubtedly push hard in the second half, leaning on the energy of their home crowd, but the visitors' lethal transition play and organization should secure a tight 2-1 away victory.