At the start of this semester, Gabriel Milito has found different combinations and tools to shape an increasingly balanced Guadalajara side. That evolution was best reflected in the 5-2 thrashing of Xolos, where the Rebaño showed sharpness up front and solidity at the back.
With that in mind, we take a look at the keys behind the Rebaño’s performance.
An offense that delivers
- Ricardo Marín and Roberto Alvarado have been two of the main figures in Guadalajara’s attack, as they already have 3 goals each in the 2026 Apertura. Both forwards have delivered consistently in front of goal, with important strikes that have helped the Rebaño earn positive results.
- However, Guadalajara’s attacking power is not limited to its main offensive stars. Santiago Sandoval has also found chances to create danger and make his presence felt in the final third, while Hugo Camberos has provided flair from the left wing within Milito’s system.
- In addition, Efraín Álvarez has been a key piece in giving Guadalajara clarity in the final third.
- Even players whose main responsibility is not in attack, such as Diego Campillo, have already gotten on the scoresheet, a sign of the different options the Rebaño has to create danger and be clinical in front of goal.
- The Rebaño has also found security between the posts. In the first five matches of the 2026 Apertura, Raúl “Tala” Rangel has kept a clean sheet twice, providing confidence from the back for a Guadalajara side that has conceded just 5 goals.
- The numbers make it clear that Guadalajara is finding an important balance at the start of the tournament: 8 goals scored and only 5 conceded. This combination has placed the Rebaño in 4th place in the overall standings with 10 points and as one of the most competitive teams, one that is once again shaping up to be a major contender in the 2026 Apertura.
