Guadalajara Chivas has set winning the Apertura 2026 title as its central objective, according to sporting director Javier Mier. The rojiblanco club aims to combine its youth academy philosophy with clear direction to achieve glory in the current tournament, where they sit fifth in Liga MX with 11 points.
Mier made the team's ambition clear from his first day in the role. "Yo tengo claro que desde el primer segundo en esta silla, aquí se tiene que buscar ser campeones siempre," the executive stated. This mindset comes as Chivas maintains a five-match unbeaten run, with two wins and three draws, following a 1-1 draw with Pachuca on August 29.
Javier Mier, who works alongside technical project head Gabriel Milito, explained that success requires specific conditions. "Vamos a estar más cerca cuando tenemos estabilidad, cuando tenemos equilibrio, cuando tenemos un rumbo," he noted. The directive, which includes figures like Jesús 'Chapito' Sánchez, is betting on maintaining a competitive team that responds with hierarchy to the demand of the red-and-white jersey.
The group is fully focused on meeting the goals set since the start of the campaign. With nine goals for and six against, Chivas has a positive +3 goal difference but trails leaders Club America by five points. The title chase involves closing that gap in the coming matchdays, which include a clash against Atlético San Luis on September 5.
Guadalajara maintains its philosophy of prioritizing its Fuerzas Básicas youth system. The transfer market is used only to complement specific areas on the field when the youth system cannot address needs. This approach is a pillar of the club's identity and a key factor in squad building.
The blend of local talent and targeted reinforcements aims to create a solid block. The current squad, which you can review on our squad page, must demonstrate that solidity in its upcoming trip to San Luis, a rival sitting thirteenth in the table. Performance in these fixtures will define its ability to stay in the title race.
The unbeaten streak provides a cushion of confidence, but the schedule becomes demanding. With three wins, two draws, and only one loss in six matches, the team has shown consistency. Its recent form (DWWDW) suggests a solid defensive base, though attacking effectiveness will be decisive for securing wins.
Fans can follow the standings evolution on our standings page. Every point will be key in a league where the gap to the top remains significant. The match against San Luis represents an immediate opportunity to close the distance before the next phase of the tournament.
The Guadalajara Chivas squad faces the initial stretch of the Apertura 2026 with the championship in sight, aware that stability in the project is the path to achieving it. Their next challenge is Friday, September 5, at the Estadio Alfonso Lastras.
