In the fourth round of Mexico’s Apertura 2024, Chivas Guadalajara secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Mazatlán FC at the Estadio Akron. The win was powered by goals from Cade Cowell in the 51st minute and Armando ‘Hormiga’ González in the 79th minute. This victory marks Chivas’ second consecutive win, bringing their total to 7 points from 12 possible.Cowell, the US-born player with Mexican heritage, has been particularly impressive, scoring three goals in four games and providing one assist. Coach Fernando Gago praised Cowell’s physical work during the preseason, which has translated into his current high-level performances.Despite Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernández’s goal-scoring struggles, Chivas fans showed their support for the striker during the match. Gago dismissed rumors of Hernández being upset about his substitution, stating the player was merely frustrated at not scoring.In other Apertura 2024 action, Tigres UANL has taken the provisional lead in the tournament after a convincing 3-0 win against Santos Laguna. Goals from André-Pierre Gignac, Jonathan Herrera, and Nicolás Ibáñez propelled Tigres to the top of the table with 10 points. Monterrey also secured a win, defeating Gallos Blancos 2-1, leaving the latter at the bottom of the standings with their fourth consecutive loss.The league will now take a break for the Leagues Cup, where Mexican clubs will face MLS teams. Chivas is set to face San José Earthquakes and Los Ángeles Galaxy in this international tournament.
Key points
- Chivas secured a 2-0 victory over Mazatlán FC, with goals from Cade Cowell and Armando González.
- Tigres UANL took the lead in the Apertura 2024 with a 3-0 win over Santos Laguna.
- The Liga MX is heading into a break for the Leagues Cup, where Mexican clubs will face MLS teams.
