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Date: February 15, 2026

Category: Liga MX, Match Recap

Reading Time: 4 Minutes

The Estadio Akron was a sea of red and white on Valentine’s Day, but there was no love lost between Mexico’s biggest rivals. In a tense, high-stakes edition of El Súper Clásico, Chivas Guadalajara defeated Club América 1-0, extending their flawless start to the Liga MX Clausura 2026 season.

 

If you missed the Saturday night showdown, here is the full recap of how the Rebaño Sagrado kept their unbeaten streak alive against the defending champions.

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The Match: Tactical Battle in Zapopan

Coming into Matchday 6, Chivas was flying high with five straight wins under manager Gabriel Milito, while André Jardine’s América was looking to claw their way back up the table from 8th place.

 

The game began as a tactical chess match. América controlled possession early, with Álvaro Fidalgo (who returned to the starting XI) dictating the tempo. However, Chivas’ defensive organization, led by Gilberto Sepúlveda, stifled Las Águilas' attack, leaving striker Henry Martín isolated for much of the first half.

The Decisive Moment

The breakthrough came in the 68th minute.

• The Play: Chivas winger Roberto "Piojo" Alvarado broke free down the right flank and whipped a low cross into the box.

• The Goal: Young sensation Armando González beat his marker to the near post and flicked the ball past a diving Luis Malagón.

   

• The Eruption: The goal—González’s 6th of the season—sent the 46,000 fans at the Akron into a frenzy.

Late Drama

América pushed hard for an equalizer in the final 10 minutes. The tension peaked in stoppage time when a Richard Sánchez free-kick rattled the crossbar, but Chivas goalkeeper Raúl "Tala" Rangel secured the clean sheet with a brave punch-out on the rebound.

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Key Takeaways

1. The "Milito Effect" is Real

Chivas is now 6-0-0 in the Clausura 2026. Gabriel Milito has transformed this team into a defensive juggernaut that transitions with lethal speed. They have conceded only 4 goals in 6 games, the best record in the league.

2. América's Consistency Issues

Despite a star-studded lineup including recent reinforcements like Raphael Veiga, América looked disjointed in the final third. They have now dropped points in 3 of their first 6 games, raising questions about their ability to secure a direct Liguilla spot if form doesn't improve quickly.

3. Man of the Match: Roberto Alvarado

While González got the goal, "Piojo" Alvarado was the engine. He created three big chances, completed 85% of his passes, and tracked back tirelessly to neutralize América’s overlaps.

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Post-Match Quotes

Gabriel Milito (Chivas Manager):

"This wasn't just about three points; it was about showing we can suffer and still win against the best. The fans deserved this joy tonight."

André Jardine (América Manager):

"We controlled the ball but not the moments. One mistake cost us. We have to turn the page quickly because the calendar doesn't wait."

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What's Next?

• Chivas Guadalajara: Travels to face Cruz Azul next Saturday in a battle of top-four contenders.

• Club América: Returns to the Estadio Azteca to host Pumas UNAM in the Clásico Capitalino.

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Match Stats

Stat	Chivas	América
Possession	42%	58%
Shots (On Target)	11 (4)	9 (2)
Fouls	14	10
Yellow Cards	2	3
Corners	5	7