Analysis The numbers behind the result
Chivas' dominance justified by relentless pressure and shot volume
Guadalajara Chivas' 1-0 victory was a fair reflection of their superiority, with their 1.45 xG outperforming FC Juarez's meagre 0.49. The hosts' 78% possession translated into relentless pressure, evidenced by 21 total shots (7 on target) to Juarez's 6 (none on target). Chivas' 19 corners to Juarez's 2 underscored their territorial dominance, though their 9 blocked shots highlighted Juarez's compact 5-4-1 defensive resilience.
Roberto Alvarado's 90+6' winner, assisted by Ronaldo Marin, arrived after sustained probing — Chivas' 14 shots inside the box to Juarez's 3 showed their ability to penetrate. Juarez's goalkeeper Sebastián Jurado kept them in contention with 7 saves, but their 22% possession and 71% pass accuracy left them incapable of building sustained attacks. The decisive stat: Chivas' 21 shots, their highest volume of the season, eventually broke Juarez's resistance.