The battle for the top spots in the standings is heating up, which is why this Saturday’s matchup between Guadalajara and Querétaro, corresponding to Jornada 10 of the Apertura 2026, is of vital importance for the Rebaño Sagrado. Chivas will be looking for a win to keep its hopes of reaching the top of the standings alive, while also looking to maintain its strong form against a Querétaro side currently sitting in fifth place.
With the matchup set to take place at Estadio AKRON, we take a look at some of the most interesting facts from the history between the Rebaño and Gallos Blancos.
1.- Chivas’ loooong unbeaten run against Gallos at home
La Casa de los Mexicanos has become a true fortress for Guadalajara when it comes to facing Querétaro, as Chivas has gone 11 consecutive home matches without a defeat against the Querétaro side, with a record of 4 wins and 7 draws.
2.- The Rebaño’s most recent win over Gallos was the best of Liga MX
That matchup from last tournament, Jornada 3 of the Clausura 2026, which ended with a 2-1 victory for Chivas, earned several Liga MX distinctions thanks to the team’s outstanding performance.
The team was recognized as the best of that Jornada, while Roberto Alvarado was named Player of the Week. His goal, which came after an assist from Richard Ledezma, was also selected as the best goal of the week. To top it all off, Raúl Rangel received the award for Best Save, while Gabriel Milito was recognized as the best coach in the national league.
3.- Tapatío balance: the key to keeping Querétaro at bay
During the 11-match unbeaten run, Chivas has scored at least once in 9 of its 11 home meetings against Gallos at La Casa de los Mexicanos, totaling 14 goals and 3 clean sheets.
4.- More than 10 years without a home defeat against Querétaro
To find Chivas’ most recent home defeat against Gallos Blancos, we have to go all the way back to September 2014, when a certain Ronaldinho Gaúcho led the Querétaro side in that Jornada 9 matchup of the Apertura 2014.
5.- Wearing both the rojiblanco and blanquiazul stripes
Over the years, several players have represented both Chivas and Querétaro. Among the current squads are Ángel Sepúlveda and Luis Romo for the Rebaño, while Carlos Villanueva has represented the Gallos Blancos.
The list of players who have worn both jerseys also includes Adolfo ‘Bofo’ Bautista, Orbelín Pineda, Gonzalo Pineda, Omar Arellano Riverón, ‘Gauchito’ Ávila, Hiram Mier, Diego Martínez and Hugo Hernández, among others.
