Cruz Azul vs Guadalajara Chivas: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Cruz Azul prepare to host Guadalajara on February 22, 2026, with kick-off at 04:05, this MEXICO: Primera Division, Clausura fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Cruz Azul, currently 2nd in the standings with 13 points from 6 games, are within reach of the top with 5 points behind. They've earned 9 points from 3 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored.

Guadalajara, sitting 1st with 18 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 9 points from 3 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 5 wins in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.

Recent meetings between Cruz Azul and Guadalajara have favored Cruz Azul, with Cruz Azul claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-2). Overall, Cruz Azul have asserted clear dominance in this fixture over recent seasons.

In their previous league match against Tigres, Cruz Azul recorded a 2-1 victory while lining up in a 3-4-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Gudino, Piovi, Lira, Ditta, Rotondi, Marquez, Palavecino, Campos, Rodriguez, Ibanez, Paradela. The attacking setup pushed full-backs high, creating overloads in wide areas and stretching the opposition defense.

Guadalajara's last outing came against America, where they secured a 1-0 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Rangel, Castillo, Campillo, Aguirre, Gonzalez, Govea, Gonzalez, Ledezma, Alvarez, Alvarado, Gonzalez. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Looking ahead, Cruz Azul are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Cruz Azul and Guadalajara are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Cruz Azul's fixtures have averaged 3 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Guadalajara's games average 2.7 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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