Chivas’ perfect start in Liga MX is no coincidence. It is the result of strong leadership, belief in the process, hard work, and Rojiblanca identity—elements that have translated into sole possession of first place with 18 points in the Clausura 2026.
Gabriel Milito has convinced his squad to embrace his footballing philosophy with order and conviction, something reflected in the steady evolution of the Rebaño Sagrado match after match. And when performance is backed by statistics, the analysis becomes clearer and more compelling. Let’s take a look at the numbers that explain the impact of the Argentine coach since his arrival on Guadalajara’s bench.
An Enviable Winning Percentage
In domestic competition, Milito has posted a 68% win rate since arriving last semester. Across 23 Regular Season matches, he earned 47 of 69 available points, with a record of 15 wins, 2 draws, and only 6 losses. Competitiveness, consistency, and the ability to respond in different match contexts.
Balance as the Key to Maximizing the Squad
During his tenure, Chivas have scored 40 goals and conceded 26. The team not only scores—it attacks with movement, quick combinations, and diagonal runs that create advantages. Defensively, the squad maintains tactical discipline that allows for strategic control of matches. The approach is clear: compete effectively in every phase of the game.
Chiva Identity and Trust in La Cantera Rojiblanca
Full trust in Mexican talent, regardless of age, is a structural pillar of Club Guadalajara’s sporting project, which has always stood out for developing the next stars of Chivas and Mexican football.
Under this premise, Gabriel Milito has sustained the team’s growth. In fact, Guadalajara is one of three teams that has already fulfilled the youth minutes rule, with 1,305 minutes in just six rounds of the Clausura 2026. This has become a habit under his management, as in Apertura 2025 the Rebaño led the league in this category with 3,634 accumulated minutes—nearly tripling the regulatory requirement. More than simply meeting a rule, Chivas reaffirms one of its fundamental pillars.
Support That Elevates the Group
The process is built on a simple premise: a supported player performs better—something the Rebaño’s coach has emphasized. There are many examples, but two of the clearest are Omar Govea and Daniel Aguirre, who regained confidence and prominence, claimed starting roles, and are now key pieces in the collective structure.
For example, Omar leads the league in completed passes in CL26 with 381, in addition to being involved in five goals. Meanwhile, ‘Dani’ has recorded two goals and one assist, despite playing as a third center back.
Another example is Armando González. ‘La Hormiga’ was the top scorer of Apertura 2025 with 12 goals and is not settling for that, as he remains in contention to repeat the feat this tournament with five goals in six matches. The striker’s impact this football year has been so significant that when he scores, Chivas do not lose, boasting a record of 13 wins and just one draw.
Classic Rivals Under Control
The culmination of all this has come in the biggest matches. With Milito on the bench, Guadalajara remain unbeaten in both El Clásico de México and the Clásico Tapatío. They defeated América 2-1 in AP25 and recently earned a 1-0 victory in the current tournament. Additionally, against Atlas they delivered a commanding 4-1 win last semester with a dominant performance.
The streak has continued in friendly matches, with a pair of draws in different appearances. In the most high-pressure and media-driven scenarios, the team has responded with character and emotional stability.
But the true hallmark of the project lies in its mentality: daily demands, constant focus, and respect for every opponent—a firm ambition with feet on the ground. The present is solid and well-founded, but the challenge remains because there is still a long way to go. What has been built must be sustained, and this foundation strengthened with the same discipline and conviction that have guided the team so far, moving forward together toward a shared objective.
