Overview of the Third Jornada
At the conclusion of Jornada 3 in the Clausura 2026, Chivas has reclaimed the top spot in the general standings. This marks their return to the leadership position since the Apertura 2023, when they were guided by Veljko Paunović. Meanwhile, Pumas continues to seek their first victory of the season.
Chivas’ Successful Start
Chivas is off to a promising start in the tournament, and they must maintain their momentum until the postseason. With a 2-1 victory over Querétaro in Guadalajara, Chivas maintained their unbeaten record (defeating Pachuca, Juárez, and Querétaro) and the general leadership.
- Chivas’ victory extended their unbeaten streak to 7 games.
- The team has not secured a win at home since early March 2025, with only 11 victories in 37 matches under Efraín Juárez’s leadership.
- Pumas, on the other hand, has not won in their last 10 matches, accumulating 6 draws and 4 losses.
Post-match, Chivas’ coach expressed concerns about their home performance: “We need to be strong at home. Starting behind and facing an uphill battle weighs heavily on us. Taking unnecessary risks leads to poor decisions, which affects both the team and its organization.”
Pumas’ Recent Form
Despite not securing a win, Pumas has managed to remain unbeaten in their last 10 matches, with 6 draws and 4 losses. Their recent encounter against León ended in a 1-1 tie, with Diber Cambindo scoring for León in the 9th minute and Juninho equalizing in the 75th minute for Pumas.
Impact on the Standings
As of Jornada 3, Chivas leads the pack with 9 points, followed by Toluca and Rayados with 7 points each. Cruz Azul and Atlas share the 6-point total, creating a competitive top half of the table.
Upcoming Matches
In Jornada 4, Pumas will host Santos Laguna on Friday, January 30th, while Chivas will travel to face Atlético San Luis on Sunday, February 1st. Chivas will also face eight absences due to the Mexican National Team’s call-up for their match against Panama on Thursday, January 22nd at the Estadio Rommel Fernández Gutiérrez in Panama.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is leading the Clausura 2026 standings after Jornada 3? Chivas is currently at the top with 9 points.
- What concerns does Chivas’ coach have regarding their performance? The coach is worried about their home performance, stating that they need to be stronger at home and avoid unnecessary risks.
- What is Pumas’ recent form in the Clausura 2026? Pumas remains unbeaten in their last 10 matches, with 6 draws and 4 losses.
- What are the upcoming matches for Chivas and Pumas in Jornada 4?
- Chivas will play against Atlético San Luis on Sunday, February 1st.
- Pumas will host Santos Laguna on Friday, January 30th.
