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Chivas vs Tijuana match
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The gist
Chivas host Tijuana at Estadio Akron on Aug 22, 7:00 PM ET. A win puts Guadalajara level on 10 points with the unbeaten Xolos.
Background
This is Matchday 5 of the Liga MX Apertura 2026. Tijuana are unbeaten and tied with America atop the standings, while Chivas have seven points from four matches. A home win would lift Chivas to 10 points, matching Tijuana.
How it unfolded
- Aug 18, 2026Chivas begin a week of training at Verde Valle ahead of the match.
- Aug 20, 2026Squawka preview notes no fresh fitness or suspension concerns for either side.
- Aug 22, 2026Match kicks off at Estadio Akron at 7:00 PM ET, broadcast on Telemundo and Universo.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Squawka predicts a tight, low-scoring affair with a 1-0 Chivas win, citing Roberto Alvarado's form.
- Caution
- Goal.com notes Tijuana's difficult continental campaign contrasts with their strong domestic start, making the outcome uncertain.