Guadalajara Chivas vs Puebla Predictions

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Guadalajara Chivas

Guadalajara Chivas

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5 - 0

AI predicted 2 - 0

Puebla

Puebla

🗓️ Saturday, 18 Apr 2026 at 19:07 GMT-6 (venue time) · Sun 19 Apr, 01:07 UTC (your time)📍 Estadio Akron, Zapopan

Win Probability (1X2)

Guadalajara Chivas 74%Draw 18%Puebla 8%

Best Value Pick

Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5

@ 3.3(+16% edge)

Match Result

8.5/10

Chivas Run Riot: Five-Star Guadalajara Crush Puebla in Liga MX Rout

Guadalajara Chivas delivered a scintillating attacking display at Estadio Akron, dismantling Puebla 5-0 in a one-sided Liga MX encounter. The hosts dominated from the outset, controlling 68% possession and peppering Ricardo Gutierrez’s goal with 16 shots—eight of them on target. Goals from Ricardo Marín (19'), Roberto Alvarado (27'), Efrain Alvarez (51'), Bryan González (82'), and Armando González (84') underlined Chivas’ supremacy. Puebla, set up in a defensive 5-4-1, struggled to contain the relentless Chivas offense and mustered only four shots (one on target) all evening. The visitors’ resistance crumbled after the break, as Chivas turned on the style and added three more goals to an already commanding lead. With nine corners to none and just eight fouls committed, Chivas showcased both discipline and attacking verve in a performance that will send a warning to the rest of Liga MX.

🔥 AI Prediction Report

CERTIFIED W

Predicted

2 - 0

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Actual

5 - 0

✅Result
✅BTTS
❌O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results2/2 hit

1x2 — Guadalajara Chivas@ 1.07
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over_under_2_5 — over@ 3.3
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btts — no@ 1.18
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Key Moments

19' — Goal

Ricardo Marín breaks the deadlock, finishing off a flowing Chivas move.

27' — Goal

Roberto Alvarado doubles the lead, giving Chivas full control.

51' — Goal

Efrain Alvarez scores early in the second half, effectively sealing the win.

82' — Goal

Bryan González adds a fourth as Puebla’s defense collapses late on.

84' — Goal

Armando González completes the rout with Chivas’ fifth goal.

Unknown' — Yellow Card

Puebla receive their only yellow card of the match in a frustrating night.

Guadalajara Chivas

Guadalajara Chivas

9.3/10

Chivas were in imperious form, blending possession-based control with ruthless attacking intent. Their 68% share of the ball, combined with 16 shots and eight on target, reflected a side in full command. The midfield trio of Efrain Alvarez, Luis Romo, and Brian Gutierrez dictated tempo, while the front three repeatedly found space between Puebla’s defensive lines. Five different players contributed goals, highlighting the team’s attacking depth and fluidity.

Key Players

Ricardo Marín: Opened the scoring in the 19th minute, setting the tone for Chivas’ dominance.
Roberto Alvarado: Doubled the lead in the 27th minute and was a constant creative outlet.
Efrain Alvarez: Scored early in the second half to kill off the contest and controlled midfield play.
Bryan González: Capped a strong display with a late goal in the 82nd minute.
Armando González: Added the fifth goal just two minutes later, sealing the rout.

Strengths

Dominant possession playClinical finishingMidfield controlDefensive discipline (no cards, few fouls)Variety in attack

Weaknesses

None evident in this performance
Puebla

Puebla

3.2/10

Puebla endured a torrid evening, unable to stem the tide against a rampant Chivas side. Their defensive 5-4-1 formation offered little protection, as they conceded five times and failed to register a single corner. Offensively, Puebla were toothless, managing just four shots (one on target) and only 32% possession. The midfield struggled to retain the ball or support lone striker Alexis Canelo, and the backline was repeatedly breached.

Key Players

Ricardo Gutierrez: Made several saves to prevent an even heavier defeat.
Juan Pablo Vargas: Led the defensive effort, but was overwhelmed by Chivas’ attacking waves.

Strengths

Goalkeeper made key saves despite heavy pressure

Weaknesses

Defensive frailtyLack of attacking threatUnable to maintain possessionNo set-piece threat (zero corners)

Tactical Analysis

Chivas lined up in an adventurous 3-4-2-1, using their wing-backs and advanced midfielders to stretch Puebla’s five-man defense. Their high possession (68%) and nine corners reflected sustained territorial dominance, while the midfield’s fluid passing created overloads in wide and central areas. The front three rotated positions, pulling Puebla’s defenders out of shape and opening lanes for late runs into the box. Puebla’s 5-4-1 was intended to frustrate, but the lack of midfield pressure and attacking outlets left them camped in their own half. With only one shot on target and no corners, their rare forays forward were quickly snuffed out. Chivas’ pressing forced turnovers, and the home side’s discipline (zero cards) ensured they never lost control of the contest.

Turning Point

Efrain Alvarez’s goal in the 51st minute, which put Chivas 3-0 up and extinguished any hopes of a Puebla comeback.

Man of the Match

Roberto Alvarado

Scored Chivas’ crucial second goal, orchestrated attacks from the front, and was a constant creative threat.

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Win Probability
Guadalajara Chivas 74% Draw 18% Puebla 8%

Over 2.5 Goals

47%

BTTS: Yes

34%

Likely Scores

2-0 · 1-0 · 3-0

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Guadalajara Chivas vs Puebla Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
74%
18%
Guadalajara Chivas 74%Draw 18%Puebla 8%
Both Teams to Score
23%
77%
Yes 23%No 77%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
46%
54%
Over 2.5 46%Under 2.5 54%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
57%
43%
Over 9.5 57%Under 9.5 43%

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The Case For This Guadalajara Chivas vs Puebla Prediction

Guadalajara Chivas enter as overwhelming favorites, leading the league with a formidable home record and attacking output. Puebla are struggling, especially away from home, with a leaky defense and limited attacking threat. Chivas' recent form is strong despite a heavy loss last time out, while Puebla are winless in five and rarely score multiple goals. Expect Chivas to control possession and create more chances, with Puebla likely to sit deep and struggle to threaten. A home win to nil is the likeliest scenario, but the market is already heavily weighted towards this outcome.

Key Factors at a Glance

Recent Form

  • →Puebla are 16th, with a 1W-1D-4L away record (3:6 GF:GA) and poor recent form (LDLDL).
  • →Head-to-head: Chivas have won 5 of last 10, including last 2 meetings (2-0 away, 1-0 home).

Attack

  • →Chivas average 2.8 goals scored and 16.4 shots per game in their last 5.
  • →Puebla average just 0.6 goals scored, 2.2 shots on target per game in last 5.

Injuries & Team News

  • →No significant injuries reported for either side.

Match Context

  • →Chivas are 1st in the table with 5W-1D-0L at home (15:3 GF:GA).
  • →Chivas have not failed to score in their last 5; Puebla have failed to score in 2 of last 5.

🚩 Guadalajara Chivas vs Puebla Corners Prediction

medium confidence
10.2expected total corners
Over 57%
Under 43%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 6.4 corners for Guadalajara Chivas and 3.8 for Puebla, for an expected total of 10.2. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (57%). Over 8.5: 69% · Over 10.5: 44%.

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How Guadalajara Chivas and Puebla Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Guadalajara Chivas vs Puebla Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

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Guadalajara Chivas vs Puebla — Last 10 Matches

Guadalajara ChivasGuadalajara ChivasLast 10 results
D0-0
D0-0
W5-0
L1-4
D2-2
W3-2
W5-0
W3-0
W2-1
L0-2
Dvs Club Tijuana0-0
D@ Necaxa0-0
Wvs Puebla5-0
L@ Tigres UANL1-4
Dvs U.N.A.M. - Pumas2-2
W@ Monterrey3-2
Wvs Leon5-0
Wvs Santos Laguna3-0
W@ Atlas2-1
L@ Toluca0-2

Strengths

  • +3 clean sheets in last 5 matches
  • +High-volume attack — 17 shots/game
PueblaPueblaLast 10 results
L1-2
L1-2
L0-5
L0-1
D1-1
L1-2
D0-0
L1-2
W3-1
W1-0
Lvs Club Queretaro1-2
L@ Monterrey1-2
L@ Guadalajara Chivas0-5
Lvs Leon0-1
Dvs FC Juarez1-1
L@ Santos Laguna1-2
Dvs Necaxa0-0
L@ CF Pachuca1-2
Wvs Tigres UANL3-1
W@ Atletico San Luis1-0

Concerns

  • −4/5 losses in last 5 — poor form
  • −Struggling to score — 0.6 goals/game
  • −Leaky defence — 2.2 conceded/game

What History Says: Guadalajara Chivas vs Puebla

Guadalajara Chivas vs Puebla Head-to-Head History

Last 10 meetings between these sides

6

Guadalajara Chivas wins

1

Draws

3

Puebla wins

60%10% draws30%
19 Apr 26Guadalajara Chivas vs Puebla5-0
27 Sept 25Puebla vs Guadalajara Chivas0-2
16 Apr 25Guadalajara Chivas vs Puebla1-0
26 Oct 24Puebla vs Guadalajara Chivas1-0
7 Apr 24Guadalajara Chivas vs Puebla3-2
21 Oct 23Puebla vs Guadalajara Chivas0-2

Things to Watch: Guadalajara Chivas vs Puebla

  • ⚠️Odds for Chivas are extremely short, limiting value.
  • ⚠️Recent heavy loss for Chivas (1-4 vs Tigres) shows some defensive vulnerability.
  • ⚠️Puebla have scored in 3 of last 5, but mostly at home.
  • ⚠️Some match stat data missing for a few recent games.
  • ⚠️If Chivas rotate or underestimate Puebla, upset risk increases slightly.

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How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Guadalajara Chivas vs Puebla: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

An AI model analyses that pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 15 April 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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