The Liga MX Apertura 2025 season continues with a pivotal Jornada 4 match as Santos Laguna hosts Chivas de Guadalajara at the Estadio TSM Corona on Sunday, August 10. Both clubs enter the contest with an urgent need for points, finding themselves neck-and-neck in the league table with just three points each, placing them in 11th and 12th position respectively.
The two teams arrive at this fixture with contrasting momentum following their recent participation in the Leagues Cup. Santos Laguna is navigating a difficult period, described by some analysts as a crisis, having lost five consecutive matches across all competitions. Their exit from the Leagues Cup was particularly harsh, marked by three straight losses, including a heavy 4-0 defeat at the hands of the LA Galaxy. According to some reports, the team has conceded 13 goals in its last six matches, highlighting significant defensive vulnerabilities that they will need to address urgently.
On the other hand, Chivas Guadalajara, while also eliminated from the Leagues Cup during the group stage, managed to end their tournament run on a more positive note with a 2-1 victory over FC Cincinnati. Their return to domestic play was a dramatic 4-3 win against Atlético San Luis, a result that provided them their first three points of the Apertura season. This offensive display suggests a team with growing confidence, though their defensive record also shows room for improvement.
Historically, Chivas holds a slight edge in recent encounters, having won three of the last five meetings against Santos, with one draw and one loss. This trend, combined with current form, has positioned the Guadalajara side as the favorite among oddsmakers. Betting lines from various sources place Chivas with odds around -141, while a Santos victory is listed at approximately +330, indicating that experts anticipate a challenging night for the home team.
Several key players will be under the spotlight. For Santos, the creative midfield presence of Jordan Carillo Rodriguez will be crucial in breaking down the opposition and sparking an offensive revival. For Chivas, the attacking prowess of players like Roberto Alvarado and Armando Alba González, who has been in fine scoring form, will be vital. However, Chivas may face challenges in their lineup, with reports indicating that Omar Govea and Richard Ledezma are sidelined with injuries, while midfielder Erick Gutiérrez remains a doubt for the match.
Tactically, Chivas has demonstrated superior ball control in recent games, completing over 2,100 accurate passes in their last five matches compared to just over 1,300 for Santos. This ability to maintain possession and dictate the tempo could be a deciding factor in Torreón.
Match Details:
- Date: Sunday, August 10, 2025
- Time: 20:05 (8:05 PM, Central Mexico Time)
- Venue: Estadio TSM Corona, Torreón, Mexico
- Broadcast: The match will be available on Canal 5 in open television, TUDN on paid television, and via streaming on VIX Premium.
As both teams take the field, the pressure will be immense. Santos Laguna will be desperate to end their losing streak and give their home fans a much-needed victory, while Chivas will look to build on their recent success and begin their ascent up the Liga MX table.
