Liga MX Apertura 2026: Xolos defeat Cruz Azul as Chivas wins

Matchday 4 of the Liga MX Apertura 2026 features several key matchups. Xolos de Tijuana secured a 2-1 victory over Cruz Azul at Estadio Caliente, driven by a standout performance from Gil Mora and a goal from former Cruz Azul player Ignacio Rivero. Cruz Azul coach Joel Huiqui noted that the team struggled with defensive errors and a depleted roster due to injuries to players like Rodolfo Rotondi, Gonzalo Piovi, and Willer Ditta.

In another fixture, Chivas earned a 1-0 away win against Santos Laguna. The decisive goal was a penalty scored by Ricardo Marín in the 75th minute. The match also drew attention to Chivas striker Armando ‘Hormiga’ González, who remained on the bench amid ongoing transfer interest from Greek club Olympiacos.

Other scheduled or recent league action includes Pachuca facing Puebla, and Necaxa preparing to host León. The tournament continues as teams attempt to stabilize their standings following the international break.