Guadalajara Edges Pachuca 1-0 to Boost Liga MX Playoff Hopes
Guadalajara's 1-0 victory over Pachuca tightens playoff races nearing Liga MX season's end, with key performances impacting standings.
- • Guadalajara won 1-0 over Pachuca with a goal from Armando González in the 71st minute.
- • Guadalajara’s record improves to 8-2-6 with 26 points; Pachuca remains at 6-4-6 and 22 points.
- • Pachuca had slightly more possession, but both teams had three shots on goal.
- • Analyst Mario Carrillo highlighted Chivas and Pumas as strong contenders in the final phase of the season.
Key details
On November 2, 2025, Guadalajara claimed a narrow 1-0 victory over Pachuca at Estadio Hidalgo in a crucial Liga MX match. Armando González scored the only goal in the 71st minute, securing three vital points for Guadalajara. This win improved Guadalajara's record to 8 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses, totaling 26 points in the league standings. Pachuca remains with a record of 6 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses, accumulating 22 points.
Match statistics showed Pachuca having a slight edge in possession with 52.5% compared to Guadalajara's 47.5%, but Guadalajara was more efficient with their opportunities, matching Pachuca’s three shots on goal and totaling 15 shots overall. The victory has important implications for the approaching season finale as Guadalajara strengthens its position among potential playoff qualifiers.
Following the match, analyst Mario Carrillo commented on Guadalajara’s and Pumas’ potential to compete effectively against any team in Liga MX, highlighting the intensifying competition as the regular season closes. With only one matchday remaining, the league is heating up as teams vie for classification and playoff opportunities. The precise standings underscore the stakes for all involved as they push toward the final round of fixtures.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.