Chivas will arrive at Estadio Azteca with one mission: to step onto América’s home field with personality and go for the win in El Clásico de México. During this morning’s press conference, Ángel Sepúlveda made it clear that beating their fiercest rival and reclaiming the top spot in the standings adds an extra layer of importance to this Matchday 9 clash in Apertura 2026.
Sepu also emphasized that Guadalajara is always the home team in the nation’s capital and that representing Nación Rojiblanca in the best possible way is the greatest motivation for these matches. Here are the Tapatío striker’s best quotes ahead of El Clásico de México.
“El Clásico de México is the match we’re all waiting for. We’re ready, and we’re going to go for the result.”
“This is a different Clásico. It’s El Clásico de México, and we know how important it is. These matches are played differently. We have the desire and hunger to go out there and beat América.”
“We’re the visitors, but it feels like we’re at home. There are always more Chivas fans. Our people always rally behind us, and it’s our job to represent them well with our football on the pitch.”
“We’ve already shown what we’re capable of, and in these kinds of matches, you have to give it everything. We’re going with the conviction and personality to play our game and compete with that extra edge that comes from playing the Clásico.”
“I grew up supporting Chivas. What motivates and inspires me is representing this institution and all the Mexicans who support Chivas.”
“Reclaiming first place in this match would be the icing on the cake. We’re going to fight for it. This team and this project are built to be champions, and we’re working to make that happen.”
Full Ángel Sepúlveda Press Conference
