Chivas’ attacking trio has been lethal in the Clausura 2026 | OneFootball

Guadalajara’s key this semester has been the consistency in their overall play and the emotional stability to handle the different match scenarios they have faced. A major part of that has been the lethality shown by their forwards in the first 10 matches of the Clausura 2026, which was evident in the last two games, as Armando González, Ángel Sepúlveda and Ricardo Marín have all made their mark.

It comes at the perfect time for Chivas’ attacking trio to be finding their best form. This Wednesday against León, in the postponed Matchday 9 clash, they will be playing for much more than just three points, as the opportunity to reclaim the overall league lead is also at stake. The Rojiblanco attack has scored 17 goals so far in the national championship, and 13 of them have involved direct participation from their center forwards.

Armando González, the unstoppable goalscorer

The starting striker is enjoying a dream campaign. The current Liga MX Golden Boot winner already has 8 goals and has started in every match of the tournament. His constant presence inside the box, his finishing ability, and his knack for delivering in decisive moments have made him Guadalajara’s offensive reference point. Against Santos, he proved it once again with a brace that paved the way for the victory and reinforced his reputation as a true goal scorer.

Ángel Sepúlveda, experience and solutions

Signed as a reinforcement for this season, his impact has been immediate. He has played in all 10 matches of the tournament, starting twice and scoring 2 goals. Beyond the numbers, his tactical contribution has been fundamental, especially in recent matches against Atlas and Santos. Sepúlveda does more than simply accompany the attack’s focal point: he pins down center backs, links up play, creates space and brings leadership. His versatility and game intelligence make him an extremely valuable complement within Milito’s system.

Ricardo Marín, maximum productivity off the bench

He has appeared in seven matches so far in the Clausura 2026, all as a substitute. Despite playing just 105 minutes in the tournament, his impact has been enormous, with three direct goal contributions, including two assists and the spectacular back-heel goal he scored against Santos last weekend.

The “4K” averages one goal contribution every 32 minutes, a statistic that reflects his constant effort and his ability to appear at the right place at the right moment.

The combination of these three profiles — an established goal scorer, an experienced forward who elevates the collective play, and a high-quality impact substitute — explains why Chivas is currently one of the most solid and dangerous teams in CL26. It’s not just about results; it’s also about the squad’s depth and the internal competition that has brought out the best version of every player.

Armando González in CL26

-10 matches played-10 starts-698 minutes-8 goals scored (one every 87 minutes on average)

Ángel Sepúlveda in CL26

-10 matches played-2 start-349 minutes played-2 goals scored

Ricardo Marín in CL26

-7 matches played-0 starts-105 minutes played-1 goal-2 assists-Averages one goal contribution every 32 minutes