Guadalajara Chivas will play the Clásico de México in Oakland, California, on October 4. This match, part of the Tour Rebaño 2026, marks the club's return to the Oakland Coliseum after an absence of nearly 29 years.
The team arrives at this international fixture in strong sporting form. They currently sit fourth in Liga MX with 10 points from 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss. Their last outing was a commanding 5-2 victory over Club Tijuana on August 22. This positive run of four wins and a draw in their last five games places them just three points behind leaders Club America.
The last time Chivas played on the Oakland Coliseum pitch was in 1997. On that occasion, the red-and-white side won 3-2. Nearly three decades later, the institution considered Mexico's most popular and beloved team returns to reconnect with its fanbase on the U.S. West Coast. This match is a revival of a classic that in 2023, played at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, set the attendance record for a match between Mexican teams on American soil, with 86,134 fans.
The pre-match activities will be a major celebration for supporters. Organizers have prepared a festival with activities, live music, food, trophy displays, and appearances by club legends. An event designed to experience the passion of the Rebaño beyond the ninety minutes of play.
The ticket presale began on Thursday, August 27, at 10:00 AM. General sales started the next day, August 28, at the same time, through the Ticketmaster and Ticketón platforms. The expected high demand responds to the history of these clashes and the team's current form, having scored 8 goals and conceded 5 so far this season.
The Oakland fixture is an interlude in a busy league schedule. Before traveling to California, Chivas have a key away match against Atlético San Luis, currently bottom of the table, on September 5. This game is an opportunity to add points and maintain pressure at the top of the standings. The team's full schedule is available on our fixtures page.
The return to Oakland after 29 years is not only a friendly match; it's a historic reunion with a community of fans and a demonstration of the enduring appeal of Mexican football's biggest classic outside its borders. With a team on a winning run and a fanbase eager to see them, the Coliseum promises to be a red-and-white cauldron on October 4.
