Gabriel Milito's influence is noticeable, palpable, and reflected in the numbers. The Argentine coach has strengthened Guadalajara in all phases of the game, and today, the Rebaño Sagrado enters the 2025 Apertura playoffs with a rhythm and style that sets it apart in Liga MX.
Chivas' performance in the second half of the tournament has been very valuable, both in terms of what they have shown on the field and in the statistics they have achieved. In fact, the numbers back up the extraordinary work done by Milito at the helm of Mexico's most popular and beloved team, and they excite the Rojiblanca Nation as they look ahead to the most important moment of the tournament.
1. The art of changing a game with a timely move
The impact of Milito's adjustments during games is evident: Chivas is the club with the most goals scored by players coming off the bench, with eight goals, reflecting the quality and depth of the squad. The Rojiblanco coach's changes not only refresh the team, but also transform the course of games.
How were these goals distributed?
Three by Armando González, one by Roberto Alvarado, one by Javier Hernández, one by Samir Inda, one by Santiago Sandoval, and one by Daniel Aguirre.
2. A devastating finish: 21 points out of a possible 24
Guadalajara was the team that finished the 2025 Apertura the strongest. After a 4-2 victory over Monterrey, it secured direct access to the playoffs and ended with 7 wins in its last 8 games. A final sprint worthy of a title contender.
The 7 wins:
Chivas 3-1 Necaxa / Matchday 10
Puebla 0-2 Chivas / Matchday 11
Pumas 1-2 Chivas / Matchday 12
Chivas 2-0 Mazatlán / Matchday 13
Chivas 4-1 Atlas / Matchday 15
Pachuca 0-1 Chivas / Matchday 16
Chivas 4-2 Monterrey / Matchday 17
3. A team that strikes early
El Rebaño Sagrado learned to impose their conditions from the opening whistle. With six goals before the 15th minute, they have the most productive offense in Liga MX during that stretch. Intensity, high pressure, and conviction from the first second: clear hallmarks of Milito's style.
The 6 goals:
- Sanabria own goal in the 11th minute / Chivas 4-3 Atlético San Luis / Matchday 3
- Diego Campillo in the 11th minute / Chivas 1-2 Cruz Azul / Matchday 7
- Bryan González in the 6th minute / Puebla 0-2 Chivas / Matchday 11
- Omar Govea in the 12th minute / Puebla 0-2 Chivas / Matchday 11
- Armando González in the 10th minute / Chivas 4-1 Atlas / Matchday 15
- Efraín Álvarez at 10' / Chivas 4-2 Monterrey / Matchday 17
4. Chivas, a team that never stops fighting
The red-and-white team not only starts strong, but also knows how to close out games. With 9 goals in the last 15 minutes, Chivas is the second most effective team in the tournament in that period, demonstrating physical stamina, tactical structure, and determination.
The 9 goals:
- Armando González in the 84th and 90th minutes / Chivas 4-3 Atlético San Luis
- Santiago Sandoval in the 84th minute / Chivas 1-2 FC Juárez
- Efraín Álvarez in the 84th minute / Xolos 3-3 Chivas
- Roberto Alvarado in the 96th minute / Xolos 3-3 Chivas
- Armando González in the 88th minute / América 1-2 Chivas
- Samir Inda in the 94th minute / Chivas 3-1 Necaxa
- Daniel Aguirre in the 90th minute / Pumas 1-2 Chivas
- Javier Hernández in the 94th minute / Chivas 4-2 Monterrey
5. Scoring lots of goals is a consequence of hard work
Among the hallmarks of Gabriel Milito's Guadalajara, there is another very important one that has a direct impact on the team's offensive output: Chivas achieved its best scoring record since the 2008 Clausura (32), as it scored 29 goals in the current tournament. This is no coincidence, as the Rebaño Sagrado is a team that seeks to create many scoring opportunities with its offensive approach and aggressive possession play.
Who scored Guadalajara's goals in the AP25?
- 12 by Armando González
- 3 by Roberto Alvarado
- 2 by Efraín Álvarez, Santiago Sandoval, Bryan González
- 1 by Luis Romo, Omar Govea, Daniel Aguirre, Diego Campillo, Samir Inda, Javier Hernández, Cade Cowell
