Guadalajara Chivas vs U.N.A.M. - Pumas match preview: date, venue & prediction

The next Guadalajara Chivas match in the Liga MX Apertura 2026 brings a classic clash against U.N.A.M. - Pumas at Estadio Akron in Zapopan. This Guadalajara Chivas vs U.N.A.M. - Pumas preview focuses on a high-stakes encounter in the Apertura - 8 round, with kick-off scheduled for 2026-09-14T01:07:00Z. The fixture status is listed as Not Started, with the game yet to get underway.

For fans wondering when Guadalajara Chivas play next, this home date is significant. Chivas come into the match sitting 2nd in the Liga MX Apertura standings and looking to consolidate a strong start, while Pumas, currently 10th, aim to close the gap on the upper positions. With both teams in positive form and a rich recent head-to-head history, this promises to be one of the standout fixtures of the round.

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 Apertura fixture in strong shape. They are 2nd in the Liga MX Apertura group with 14 points from 7 matches, holding a goal difference of +6. Their overall record stands at 4 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat, with 12 goals scored and 6 conceded. At Estadio Akron, Chivas have played 3 times so far, winning 2 and losing 1, scoring 6 and conceding 4. Away from home they are unbeaten, with 2 wins and 2 draws from 4, and a 6–2 goal record. Their recent league form string of WDWWD underlines their consistency.

U.N.A.M. - Pumas sit in 10th place in the same Liga MX Apertura group with 11 points after 7 matches, and a goal difference of +2. Pumas’ overall record is 3 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats, with 11 goals scored and 9 conceded. At home they have taken points in three of four games (1 win, 2 draws, 1 loss; 4–5 on goals), while their away record is strong: 2 wins and 1 defeat from 3, with a 7–4 goal tally. Their current form string of WLDDW shows they are competitive and capable of taking results on the road.

From the wider season statistics, Chivas have already recorded 3 clean sheets and have only failed to score once in 7 league games, highlighting a solid balance between attack and defence. They have converted 2 penalties from 2 so far. Pumas, meanwhile, have managed 1 clean sheet but have failed to score in 3 matches, underlining a slightly more inconsistent attacking output. They have scored 1 penalty from 1. Both sides have shown tactical flexibility: Chivas have mainly lined up in 3-1-4-2 and 3-4-2-1, while Pumas have alternated between 4-2-3-1, 4-3-3 and three-at-the-back systems.

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 recent head-to-head record is rich and competitive. Guadalajara Chivas have enjoyed several home wins over Pumas at Estadio Akron, including 3–1 scorelines in both 2024 and 2022, plus a tight 1–0 victory in 2023. On the road, Chivas have also taken multiple wins in Mexico City, with 2–1 away victories in 2025 and 2023 and a 1–0 success in 2025. Pumas have shown they can respond, notably with a 3–0 home win in December 2023 and a 1–0 home victory a month earlier. The most recent meeting in April 2026 ended in a 2–2 draw at Estadio Akron, underlining how finely balanced this rivalry can be.

Key players to watch

• R. Alvarado (Guadalajara Chivas) — 3 goals so far in the 2026 Liga MX season, starting all 7 matches and providing a consistent attacking threat.
• R. Marín (Guadalajara Chivas) — 2 goals and 2 assists, making an impact both as a scorer and creator despite limited minutes compared to some teammates.
• Juninho (U.N.A.M. - Pumas) — 3 goals in 6 appearances, including 1 successful penalty, leading the Pumas attack.
• R. Morales (U.N.A.M. - Pumas) — 2 goals and 3 assists from midfield, a key link in Pumas’ build-up and chance creation.
• R. López (U.N.A.M. - Pumas) — 2 assists from defence, contributing to Pumas’ attacking play from deeper positions.

Prediction

The prediction model leans towards the hosts in this Guadalajara Chivas vs U.N.A.M. - Pumas prediction. The advice is a “Double chance: Guadalajara Chivas or draw”, reflecting confidence that Chivas will avoid defeat at Estadio Akron. The implied outcome percentages are 45% home win, 45% draw and 10% away win, suggesting a tight contest but with Guadalajara favoured to take at least a point. With Chivas in 2nd place and strong recent form, and Pumas dangerous on the road, this next Guadalajara Chivas match shapes up as a compelling Liga MX encounter.