Guadalajara will face Cruz Azul in the Quarterfinals of the 2025 Apertura with news that boosts the team in every way: Roberto Alvarado is in great form. And if number 25 is doing well, the Rebaño Sagrado is doing well. His return at the end of the semester comes at the ideal time to face the tie against La Máquina with greater depth, variety, and confidence.
El Piojo started the tournament as a starter and was one of the most influential players in the Rojiblancos' offensive scheme. However, the injury he suffered in El Clásico de México against América forced him to sit out for several weeks and raised questions about how his return to action would go.
The answer came emphatically. Alvarado reappeared against Mazatlán, showing the same quality, determination, and reading of the game that have made him a key player for the Rebaño. Whether starting on the right wing or moving inside, his impact was immediate once again. He reclaimed his place in the starting 11 and has now been directly involved in goals in three consecutive games: he provided assists against Atlas and Pachuca and scored against Rayados.
When 'El Piojo' is in good form, Guadalajara has a lethal weapon at its disposal. His left foot, his personality in dealing with high-pressure moments, and his ability to create advantages in attack make him a decisive player for the Liguilla series. It is no coincidence that, since his arrival at the club, he has accumulated four assists and one goal in the Final Phase, as well as being a player who does not shy away from responsibility in decisive situations.
The current tournament reaffirms his importance to the team. Even though he has missed several games due to injury, the number 25 has recorded three goals, two assists, 15 chances created, and 12 successful dribbles, numbers that reflect his direct influence on the Rojiblancos' attack.
