Chivas de Guadalajara continue to make history in the Clausura 2026, although their most recent performance left mixed feelings, as the red and white team drew 0-0 against Necaxa in Aguascalientes during matchday 16, a result that, although not what was expected, allowed them to reach an all-time record of 34 points, the highest amount achieved by the club in Liga MX short tournaments.
The team coached by Gabriel Milito remains the leader of the tournament with one game to go, consolidating a solid campaign that places it as one of the main candidates for the title. However, the lack of accuracy in front of goal was once again a determining factor in this match.
Milito bets on rotation and youth
The Argentine coach surprised by including goalkeeper Whalley as a starter, in addition to giving minutes to several young players in the second half.
The decision is part of a strategy to keep the squad fresh for the Liguilla, where Chivas will seek to capitalize on its great regular season.
After the game, Milito acknowledged that his team came close to taking all three points:
The performance in the second half, where they generated several clear goal-scoring opportunities, stood out.
Although unsuccessful in the definition (Filed as: Chivas breaks points record).
A bittersweet draw
Despite dominating certain stretches of the match, Guadalajara was unable to break the scoreline.
A lack of efficiency in the final third of the field prevented them from scoring a victory that would have further strengthened their lead.
Necaxa, meanwhile, was officially eliminated from the tournament after this result, with no chance of advancing to the Liguilla.
The hydrocálido team was unable to capitalize on its home advantage or take advantage of the few opportunities generated (Filed as: Chivas breaks points record).
Chivas ignites the illusion of the fans
Chivas remains the tournament leader with one matchday remaining
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For Hispanic fans in the United States, this moment for Chivas represents a special opportunity to reconnect with one of Mexico’s most iconic clubs.
The team not only leads the table, but also shows a combination of experience and youth that generates hope for the final phase.
With one game left to play, Chivas will be looking to close the regular phase on a high note and confirm that this historic points record is just the beginning of a possible title run.
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