Guadalajara (9th place) hosts local rivals Atlas FC (10th place) in a crucial Liga MX Apertura 2024 matchup at Estadio Akron in Zapopan on Thursday, November 21, 2024.
This edition of the Clásico Tapatío carries significant weight as both teams aim to secure a spot in the Liguilla playoffs. Guadalajara looks to capitalize on their home advantage, while Atlas seeks to continue their recent success in this fixture.
How to Watch Guadalajara vs Atlas
- Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Channel: NBC Universo
- Stream: Fubo (watch for free)
Guadalajara, under head coach Veljko Paunović, enters this match with a mixed recent form of two wins, two losses, and a draw in their last five games. The Chivas' attack has been led by Roberto Alvarado and Cade Cowell, both with 5 goals each this season. Midfielder Érick Gutiérrez has been crucial in controlling the midfield and distributing the ball.
Atlas, guided by coach Beñat San José, has struggled to secure victories lately, drawing four and losing one of their recent matches. However, they've shown defensive resilience with three clean sheets in that span. Forward Eduardo Aguirre leads the team with 4 goals, while midfielder Raymundo Fulgencio has provided 4 assists.
This matchup is steeped in history and local pride. The last meeting between these teams on October 5, 2024, saw Atlas emerge victorious with a 3-2 win. Guadalajara will be eager to avenge that defeat and improve their position in the league standings.
Key players to watch include Guadalajara's Alvarado, who leads the team in both goals (5) and assists (4), and Atlas's goalkeeper Camilo Vargas, whose performances have been crucial to the team's defensive solidity.
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