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Guadalajara Chivas vs U.N.A.M. - Pumas preview: match date and prediction

The next Guadalajara Chivas match in the Liga MX Apertura 2026 sees them host U.N.A.M. - Pumas at Estadio Akron in Zapopan. The fixture is scheduled for 2026-09-14T01:07:00Z, with the status listed as Not Started. This Guadalajara Chivas vs U.N.A.M. - Pumas preview focuses on a clash that could have a real impact near the top half of the Apertura standings.

Chivas come into this Apertura - 8 encounter sitting high in the table and looking to consolidate their strong start, while Pumas are in mid-table and aiming to close the gap on the leading pack. With recent meetings between these two sides often tight and competitive, fans wondering when Guadalajara Chivas play next can expect another intense night at Estadio Akron.

Match details: date, kick-off & venue

  • Competition: Liga MX, Apertura - 8
  • Date / Kick-off: 2026-09-14T01:07:00Z
  • Venue: Estadio Akron, Zapopan
  • Status: Not Started

Standings & form

Guadalajara Chivas arrive in this home fixture in strong shape. They are currently 2nd in the Liga MX Apertura table with 14 points from 7 matches (4 wins, 2 draws, 1 defeat). Chivas have scored 12 goals and conceded 6, giving them a goal difference of +6. Their recent league form reads WDWWD, underlining their consistency. At Estadio Akron they have played 3 times this season, winning 2 and losing 1, with a home goals record of 6 scored and 4 conceded. Away from home they remain unbeaten with 2 wins and 2 draws, scoring 6 and conceding just 2.

U.N.A.M. - Pumas travel to Zapopan placed 10th in the Apertura standings. They have collected 11 points from their 7 league games so far, with a record of 3 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Pumas have scored 11 goals and allowed 9, for a goal difference of +2. Their form line is WLDDW, suggesting some inconsistency but also resilience. At home they have played 4 times (1 win, 2 draws, 1 loss, 4 goals for and 5 against), while on the road they have been more productive: 3 away matches have yielded 2 wins and 1 defeat, with 7 goals scored and 4 conceded.

From the broader season statistics, Chivas have shown defensive solidity with 3 clean sheets so far, and they have only failed to score once. They have also been perfect from the spot, converting 2 penalties out of 2. Pumas, meanwhile, have kept 1 clean sheet and have failed to score in 3 of their league outings, but they too are 100% on penalties, scoring their single spot-kick of the campaign.

Head-to-head

  • 2026-04-06T02:07:00Z: Guadalajara Chivas 2–2 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (Liga MX)
  • 2025-10-06T01:00:00Z: U.N.A.M. - Pumas 1–2 Guadalajara Chivas (Liga MX)
  • 2025-03-02T03:10:00Z: U.N.A.M. - Pumas 0–1 Guadalajara Chivas (Liga MX)
  • 2024-11-03T01:05:00Z: Guadalajara Chivas 0–0 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (Liga MX)
  • 2024-02-25T01:05:00Z: Guadalajara Chivas 3–1 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (Liga MX)
  • 2023-12-04T00:00:00Z: U.N.A.M. - Pumas 3–0 Guadalajara Chivas (Liga MX)
  • 2023-12-01T03:05:00Z: Guadalajara Chivas 1–0 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (Liga MX)
  • 2023-11-12T01:00:00Z: U.N.A.M. - Pumas 1–0 Guadalajara Chivas (Liga MX)
  • 2023-02-19T03:05:00Z: U.N.A.M. - Pumas 1–2 Guadalajara Chivas (Liga MX)
  • 2022-08-28T02:05:00Z: Guadalajara Chivas 3–1 U.N.A.M. - Pumas (Liga MX)

The head-to-head record shows a generally positive recent trend for Guadalajara Chivas, especially at Estadio Akron where they have recorded wins by 3–1, 1–0 and 3–1, alongside a 0–0 draw and the most recent 2–2 thriller in April 2026. U.N.A.M. - Pumas have still enjoyed notable successes of their own, including a 3–0 home victory in December 2023 and a 1–0 win later that year, underlining that they can trouble Chivas when they find their rhythm.

Key players to watch

  • R. Alvarado (Guadalajara Chivas) — 3 goals in Liga MX 2026, a key attacking threat with consistent minutes and end product.
  • R. Marín (Guadalajara Chivas) — 2 goals and 2 assists, offering both finishing and creativity in the final third.
  • Juninho (U.N.A.M. - Pumas) — 3 goals so far, including one from the penalty spot, leading the Pumas scoring charts this season.
  • R. Morales (U.N.A.M. - Pumas) — 2 goals and 3 assists, an important source of chances and goals from midfield.
  • R. López (U.N.A.M. - Pumas) — 2 assists from defence, contributing to Pumas’ build-up and set-piece threat.

Prediction

The prediction model leans towards the hosts in this Guadalajara Chivas vs U.N.A.M. - Pumas prediction. The percentages give 45% for a Chivas home win, 45% for a draw and 10% for an away victory. The advice is a “Double chance: Guadalajara Chivas or draw”, reflecting Chivas’ strong league position, their solid form, and a generally favourable recent head-to-head record, especially at Estadio Akron. Pumas’ away form and attacking options mean they should not be written off, but the data suggests the home side are more likely to avoid defeat.

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