The encounter came on the heels of disappointing Leagues Cup performances for both clubs. Santos Laguna had suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat to LA Galaxy and was riding a five-match losing streak across all competitions, conceding 13 goals and scoring just four during that span. Their defense continued to struggle, with no clean sheets in their last five league games. Offensively, Ramiro Sordo has been the standout, leading the team with four goals this season, while Bruno Barticciotto and Fran Villalba have contributed sporadically. For more on Santos Laguna’s recent form and stats, visit their ESPN team page.
Chivas arrived with a boost of confidence following a dramatic 4-3 win over Atlético San Luis, a result that propelled them to 10th place in the standings. Despite their attacking improvement, led by Armando Gonzalez and supported by Cade Cowell, Chivas have also struggled to maintain consistency, posting three wins, three losses, and four draws in their last ten matches. Their defensive record remains a concern, as they have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last six matches. For more details on Chivas’ squad and recent updates, check out the official Chivas Twitter.
Historically, Chivas have held the upper hand in this fixture, winning three of the last five meetings, including a 1-0 victory at home in the Clausura 2025 and a 2-0 away win during the Apertura 2024. Santos Laguna’s last win over Chivas came in the Apertura 2023 with a 2-1 result. The head-to-head record highlights Chivas’ recent dominance, having scored seven goals to Santos’ three in their last five encounters.
Lineups for the match featured Carlos Acevedo in goal for Santos Laguna, with Haret Ortega, Bruno Amione, and Kevin Balanta anchoring the defense. The midfield included Javier Güémez and Aldo López, while Ramiro Sordo and Fran Villalba led the attack. For Chivas, Raúl Rangel started in goal, supported by Daniel Aguirre and Gilberto Sepúlveda in defense, and Roberto Alvarado and Cade Cowell leading the front line.
The match kicked off at 10:05 pm ET (8:00 pm local time), with live coverage available via Univision, TUDN, and streaming options for international viewers. Fans in Mexico could tune in on Canal 5, TUDN, and ViX.
As both teams look to stabilize their campaigns and build momentum, the clash at Estadio TSM Corona was an important opportunity to gauge form and set the tone for the remainder of the Apertura 2025. For the latest betting insights and match updates, visit the GOAL Liga MX news section.