Chivas News Today: Key Updates on González, Aguirre, Ledezma, and Gutiérrez
Las Chivas de Guadalajara aim to maintain their strong start in the Liga MX’s Clausura 2026. After securing victories against Pachuca and Juárez, they are set to face Querétaro at the Akron Stadium this Saturday for Matchday 3. Currently, Chivas shares the top position with Toluca and boasts the unique distinction of being the only team yet to concede a goal.
Chivas’ Home Advantage Against Querétaro
Historically, Chivas has an impressive record against Querétaro when playing at home. Their last defeat to the Gallos Blancos on their turf dates back to the Apertura 2014, nearly 12 years ago.
Player Updates for Matchday 3
- Fernando González: After missing the first two matches due to physical issues, González has returned to the squad for the upcoming game. This veteran player has replaced young talent Samir Inda, who has been removed from the roster.
- Daniel Aguirre: Aguirre has stood out under Gabriel Milito’s leadership, even scoring a goal in their inaugural match against Pachuca. He expressed the team’s ambitious goal: “We have the style of play and the players to become champions. We’re not settling for second place or semifinals,” he stated.
International Eligibility Status: Ledezma and Gutiérrez
Richard Ledezma and Brian Gutiérrez are in a unique situation regarding international play. Recently named to the Mexican national team by Javier Aguirre, both players are unable to participate due to pending approval for the “One Time Switch” from FIFA. Having previously represented the United States, they are awaiting official documentation that remains incomplete.
The Mexican federation is working diligently to expedite the process. However, if the authorization is not secured in time, both players will miss important friendlies against Panamá and Bolivia.
Upcoming Matches
This week’s clash between the Chivas and Querétaro promises to be a significant match as Guadalajara seeks to secure their standing at the top of Liga MX.
