Resilience: The Driving Force Behind Chivas U17's Push for the Liguilla

Resilience has defined Chivas U17's journey throughout the Apertura 2026. After slipping to the bottom of Group 2, the Rojiblancos turned their season around through determination and a strong response in recent matchdays. Now, riding a five-game winning streak and sitting on 22 points, they have climbed to third place in their group and are moving closer to securing a spot in the tournament's Liguilla.

Five Wins in Five Matches

Guadalajara is enjoying an impressive run of form, with five consecutive victories helping the team climb the standings. Cristian Flores' squad has been unbeaten since Matchday 11, displaying remarkable defensive discipline along the way. The team has kept four clean sheets during that stretch, conceding just once.

Finding the Right Balance Between Attack and Defense

The Rebaño's turnaround has also been built on a strong balance across the field. Throughout the Apertura 2026, the team has recorded six clean sheets and conceded just 12 goals in 13 matches, an average of 0.92 goals allowed per game. Those numbers give Guadalajara the third-best defensive record in the competition.

At the other end of the field, the Rojiblancos have also shown consistency, having been held scoreless in just one match this season. Their combination of attacking efficiency and defensive organization has fueled their climb up the standings, while also establishing them as the fifth-highest-scoring team in the tournament.

The Goal: Keep the Streak Alive and Secure a Liguilla Berth

With three matches remaining against San Luis, Atlas, and Necaxa, Chivas U17 will look to capitalize on its momentum and collect all nine available points to strengthen its position in Group 2. The objective is clear: finish the regular season with the same determination that lifted the team off the bottom of the standings and secure a place in the Apertura 2026 Liguilla. Resilience has shaped Guadalajara's journey throughout the tournament. Now, the challenge is to carry that fighting spirit into the final stretch and turn the team's recent efforts into a well-earned ticket to the postseason.