Guadalajara Chivas has released the updated player numbers for the Apertura 2026, with several changes from last season. La Hormiga González retains the 34, but his goal remains the iconic 9.
Which players changed their numbers?
Among the notable changes, Gilberto Sepúlveda moves to 3, Cade Cowell to 7, Érick Gutiérrez to 15, Luis Olivas to 18, Teun Wilke to 29, and Eduardo García to 30. These adjustments reflect the team's reorganization under Gabriel Milito.
Why isn't La Hormiga González using the 14?
Although the number 14 became available after Javier Hernández's departure, La Hormiga González chose not to use it. The number was assigned to Hugo Camberos. González continues with the 34, the same he has worn since 2018, but his dream is to inherit the 9, currently held by Ángel Sepúlveda.
What does the 9 mean to La Hormiga?
González's desire for the 9 has an emotional background. His father, Armando González Bejarano, used it during his time at Chivas between 1988 and 1995. In February 2026, the club published a video of La Hormiga wearing a retro jersey with the 9 in honor of his father.
What's next for the number 9?
For now, Ángel Sepúlveda retains the 9, but La Hormiga González hopes to inherit it someday. His connection to the number goes beyond football; it's a tribute to his father and his legacy in the Rebaño Sagrado.
