Querétaro face one of their toughest tests of the Apertura 2026 season this Saturday when they visit second-placed Chivas at Estadio Akron. The match, corresponding to Matchday 10, kicks off at 17:05 and will be broadcast on Amazon Prime and VIX Premium, with the Gallos Blancos aiming to secure points to strengthen their hold on a Liguilla qualification spot.
Managed by Mauro Gerk, the team arrives after a 1-1 draw with León, a result that extended their unbeaten run to three matches. Iker Sánchez scored Querétaro's goal in that game in the 59th minute. This form keeps them in fifth place in the standings, with 14 points from four wins, two draws, and two losses in the first eight rounds.
A Defensive Challenge
Querétaro's main asset this tournament has been their defensive solidity, claiming the third-best defense with only eight goals conceded. This strength will be tested against a Chivas side that has 18 points and a lethal attack. The Rebaño Sagrado are coming off a thrilling 2-2 draw against América, a match where Bryan González opened the scoring in the 31st minute. Ricardo Marín appeared in the 45+2' to extend the lead.
For the Gallos, the confirmed absence is Erik Dueñas, whose spot will need to be covered by the rest of the squad. Forward S. Homenchenko, the team's top scorer with four goals, will be a key piece in the search for an away goal. Recent history is not on Querétaro's side, as they lost 2-1 in their last meeting with Chivas in January. Saturday's match is a key opportunity to close the five-point gap to leaders Toluca and move closer to the top spots. The lineup and latest squad news are available in our squad section.
The match will be played in Zapopan, Jalisco, and will mark the close of a key matchday before the international break. A victory on Chivas' home turf would significantly boost Querétaro's playoff aspirations.
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