Monterrey trails Chivas 1-0 at halftime in Apertura 2026 Jornada 14
Monterrey fell behind 1-0 to Guadalajara at BBVA Stadium, with Alvarado’s early goal from a defensive error giving Chivas a halftime lead.
Key points
- Alvarado scored early, giving Guadalajara a 1-0 halftime advantage.
- Monterrey had a penalty miss and other chances but could not equalize.
- Both teams entered the match with recent wins: Monterrey 4-1 over Puebla and 2-1 over Pachuca; Guadalajara 1-0 over Necaxa.
- The game remained close through the first half, setting up a tense second half.
Match details
Monterrey hosted Guadalajara at BBVA Stadium on Saturday, 24 October 2026, with the match beginning at 19:00 Central Time.
Both clubs entered Jornada 14 of the Apertura 2026 with recent victories. Monterrey arrived after a 4‑1 away win over Puebla and a 2‑1 triumph against Pachuca, marking its second consecutive win and a record of five victories, two draws and three defeats in its last ten matches across competitions. Guadalajara came off a 1‑0 victory over Necaxa, extending a three‑match unbeaten run.
First‑half action
Chivas took a 1‑0 lead at halftime following an early goal by Alvarado, which resulted from a defensive error by Monterrey.
Monterrey had several chances to equalize. Ocampos missed a penalty that would have tied the game. Cuypers headed a clear chance that was saved by Rangel, and Sandoval’s attempt was stopped by Andrada.
The match remained tightly contested as the first half concluded, with both sides seeking to influence the second half.
Your questions, answered
What was the score at halftime between Monterrey and Guadalajara?
Guadalajara led 1-0 at halftime after Alvarado’s goal.
How did Alvarado score?
He capitalized on a defensive error by Monterrey to score the opening goal.
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