With arguably their most important player back in the mix, Chivas' evolution might soon reach another level.ĭepending on how things go, they might soon reach another title as well.Īfter smoke break, 'Tuca' Ferretti wins in Cruz Azul debutĪside from the boisterous and polemical Miguel "Piojo" Herrera, there is no manager in Liga MX that is as eccentric or controversial as 69-year-old Brazilian coach Ricardo "Tuca" Ferretti. Currently recovering from a knee injury suffered in January, Mexico international Alexis Vega is expected to return to the field this March. The good news for Paunovic and Chivas fans is that their frontline is set to have an important reinforcement next month. "I don't think that this Chivas is a finished project, matches like this one help us strengthen the base and foundation of the team, from here we're going to demand improvement," said the Serbian coach after the victory against Tigres. That said, Paunovic still expects even more from his squad. It's also worth noting that from their nine games, they've already faced the current top three teams in the standings. Often happy to give up possession and wait for well-timed tackles and interceptions, Chivas have maintained an impressive 5W-3D-1L record through their approach that has trended towards a defensive gameplan after scoring early goals. In a rebuild project that began late last year with the hirings of technical director Fernando Hierro and manager Veljko Paunovic (a former coach for Major League Soccer side Chicago Fire and England's Reading FC), Chivas have quickly turned into championship contenders in 2023.Īlthough it's far from the entertaining and attack-minded fútbol seen under former coach Matias Almeyda - who carried them to their Liga MX title in 2017 and a CONCACAF Champions League trophy in 2018 - Paunovic has so far thrived with his pragmatic style of play that has pushed Chivas to fourth in the table.Īgainst talent powerhouse Tigres last Saturday in a 2-1 away win, and throughout the season, Chivas have been efficient with their direct attack, solid backline, and game-changing saves from goalkeeper Miguel "Wacho" Jimenez. Nearly six years after winning their last Liga MX title in the 2017 Clausura, optimism has finally returned to one of the most storied and successful clubs in Mexican soccer. Futbol Americas on ESPN+: Liga MX, MLS, USMNT, El TriĬhivas make title case after stunning Tigres
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We're now past the halfway point of the Liga MX regular season! With Week 9 of the 2023 Clausura set to close on Monday night, let's dive into our latest recap with some of the biggest talking points from Mexico's top flight. Liga MX: Chivas among title faves 'Tuca' wins Cruz Azul debut Mexico youngsters beat USA to U17 trophy
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