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Guadalajara Chivas vs U.N.A.M. - Pumas preview: match details, predictions

The next Guadalajara Chivas match in the Liga MX Apertura comes against U.N.A.M. - Pumas at Estadio Akron in Zapopan. This Guadalajara Chivas vs U.N.A.M. - Pumas preview focuses on a key Apertura - 8 clash, with kick-off scheduled for 2026-09-14T01:07:00Z. With Chivas currently sitting high in the standings and Pumas in mid-table, there is plenty riding on this encounter.

For fans wondering when Guadalajara Chivas play next, this home fixture offers a chance to consolidate their strong start to the 2026 Apertura. Chivas are pushing near the top of the Liga MX: Apertura table, while Pumas are looking to climb closer to the qualification spots. The match has not started yet, but the form guide and head-to-head record suggest a tight and competitive 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 come into this Apertura - 8 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). They have scored 12 goals and conceded 6, giving a goal difference of +6. Their recent league form reads WDWWD, underlining a consistent run. At Estadio Akron, Chivas have played 3 times this season, winning 2 and losing 1, with 6 goals scored and 4 conceded. Away from home they remain unbeaten, with 2 wins and 2 draws from 4, scoring 6 and conceding just 2.

U.N.A.M. - Pumas arrive in Zapopan placed 10th in the same Liga MX: Apertura standings. They have collected 11 points from their 7 matches (3 wins, 2 draws, 2 losses). Pumas have scored 11 goals and conceded 9, for a goal difference of +2. Their form line is WLDDW, showing a mix of results but only two defeats so far. At home they have 1 win, 2 draws and 1 loss (4 scored, 5 conceded), while away from home they have been more decisive: 3 games, 2 wins and 1 loss, with 7 goals scored and 4 conceded.

From the wider season statistics, Chivas have shown defensive solidity with 3 clean sheets so far (1 at home, 2 away) and have failed to score only once in 7 league fixtures. Pumas, by contrast, have managed 1 clean sheet and have failed to find the net in 3 matches, indicating a slightly more inconsistent attacking output. Both sides have a 100% record from the penalty spot this season, with Chivas converting 2 penalties and Pumas 1.

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 between Guadalajara Chivas and U.N.A.M. - Pumas in these ten Liga MX meetings has been closely contested, but Chivas have enjoyed strong results, particularly at Estadio Akron. Recent clashes include a 2–2 draw in April 2026 in Zapopan and back-to-back away wins for Chivas in 2025 (2–1 and 1–0) at Estadio Olímpico Universitario. Pumas have also had their moments, notably a 3–0 home victory in December 2023 and a 1–0 win a few weeks earlier, showing they are capable of turning this rivalry in their favour.

Key players to watch

  • R. Alvarado (Guadalajara Chivas) — 3 goals so far in the 2026 Liga MX season, a key attacking outlet for the hosts.
  • Juninho (U.N.A.M. - Pumas) — 3 league goals, including 1 from the penalty spot, making him a central figure in Pumas’ forward line.
  • R. Morales (U.N.A.M. - Pumas) — 2 goals and 3 assists, offering creativity and end product from midfield.
  • R. Marín (Guadalajara Chivas) — 2 goals and 2 assists, contributing both as a scorer and provider in attack.
  • R. López (U.N.A.M. - Pumas) — 2 assists from defence, an important source of width and delivery from the back line.

Prediction

The data-driven model for this Guadalajara Chivas vs U.N.A.M. - Pumas prediction leans towards the home side avoiding defeat. The advice is a “Double chance: Guadalajara Chivas or draw”, reflecting Chivas’ strong start and solid form. The predicted outcome percentages are 45% home win, 45% draw, and 10% away win, indicating that while Pumas have a chance to upset, the safer call is on Chivas to win or share the points at Estadio Akron.

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