Chivas defeats Monterrey 1-0 in Liga MX Apertura 2026 clash

Chivas secured a 1-0 victory over CF Monterrey at the Estadio BBVA Bancomer during Matchday 14 of the Liga MX Apertura 2026 tournament. Roberto Alvarado scored the decisive goal in the 9th minute following a defensive error by Monterrey's Víctor Guzmán.

Despite Monterrey's attempts to equalize, including a penalty in the 17th minute that was saved by Chivas goalkeeper Raúl Rangel, the visitors maintained their lead. The match was marked by high tension, including the expulsion of Monterrey's Orbelín Pineda and a subsequent red card shown to Monterrey coach Matías Almeyda for protesting officiating decisions.

With this win, Chivas remains undefeated as visitors and strengthens its position in second place with 26 points, trailing leader Club América. Monterrey remains in seventh place with 20 points.