dailyloe.com – Guadalajara’s Chivas defeated crosstown rivals Atlas 1-0 in a friendly match this Sunday. The game filled BMO Stadium in Los Angeles to capacity. It occurred during a FIFA international break ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Angel Sepulveda scored the decisive goal in the 57th minute. He headed in a right-sided corner kick from Efrain Alvarez. The intense match featured few clear scoring chances otherwise.
Chivas created the best first-half opportunity through a deflected shot. Atlas goalkeeper Antonio Sanchez made a crucial save to keep it out. The ball nearly crossed the line before his intervention.
Atlas pushed for an equalizer during the second half. Chivas nearly scored a second goal in the final minutes. A shot from Sergio Aguayo struck the post.
The match was part of a FIFA international window. Chivas contributed five players to the senior Mexican national team. They also sent two players to the Under-20 squad.
Social media reports indicated fan clashes before kickoff. Supporters from both sides fought in the stadium’s north section. This highlighted the rivalry’s passionate and sometimes tense nature.
Chivas currently leads the Liga MX Clausura 2026 standings. Atlas sits in sixth place in the same competition. The friendly served as preparation for both clubs.
The event demonstrated the global appeal of Mexico’s historic club rivalry. It attracted a full stadium in a major U.S. city. Such friendlies help maintain fan engagement during league pauses.[]
Source: Los Angeles Times
