Hormiga, 4K and “Sepugol” — Lethal Against Atlas | OneFootball

The pride of Guadalajara is on the line in every edition of the Clásico Tapatío. Each play carries enormous emotional weight, and a win in this rivalry provides a major boost for the remainder of the season.

There’s a key factor that could prove decisive this Saturday in Matchday 10 of Clausura 2026: when it comes to scoring against Atlas, Chivas’ strikers know exactly what they’re doing. In recent tournaments, Armando González, Ángel Sepúlveda, and Ricardo Marín have all shown they can be ruthless against their city rivals.

“Hormiga’s” Clinical Sting

The last time Armando González faced Atlas, he delivered a performance that propelled him toward the Apertura 2025 Golden Boot. The Guadalajara academy product scored his first professional hat trick in that Matchday 15 clash.

He displayed intelligent movement to attack spaces, sharp awareness to position himself between center backs, and, above all, determination inside the box. He didn’t need many touches to make a difference—he was direct, aggressive, and surgical. In a rivalry where small details matter, his ability to finish with minimal contact becomes a crucial weapon.

Experience and Instinct — The Hallmarks of “Sepugol”

Ángel Sepúlveda’s most recent performance against Atlas was outstanding: a hat trick on Matchday 2 of Apertura 2025 while playing for Cruz Azul. It was no coincidence—he demonstrated game intelligence, smart off-the-ball runs, and pure finishing ability.

He also scored against them in Clausura 2025, confirming that he knows how to exploit gaps in the Rojinegros’ defense. Sepúlveda understands when to attack the near post, when to delay his movement, and how to position himself inside the box. In tight matches, his anticipation and composure in front of goal can tip the balance.

“4K” and His Habit of Scoring Against Atlas

Ricardo Marín has built his impact against Atlas on consistency. Four goals and one assist in his last five Clásicos Tapatíos are not the result of a single inspired night—they reflect sustained performance.

Marín stands out for his mobility outside the box and his ability to combine with teammates before entering scoring positions. He knows how to play with his back to goal, lay the ball off, and attack second balls. That versatility makes him a difficult striker for any defense to handle. In matches like these, where tempo is high and spaces emerge in transition, his ability to read and attack open space could be decisive.