Chivas Edge Sounders in Leagues Cup Thriller at Lumen Field
In a pulsating Leagues Cup encounter on Wednesday night, Guadalajara secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over the Seattle Sounders at Lumen Field. Despite a challenging start to their campaign, Chivas demonstrated their enduring quality, with Santiago Sandoval netting the decisive goal to seal the win. The match, which kicked off at 7:30 p.m. PT and was broadcast on Apple TV and El Rey 1360AM, showcased the intensity and passion that defines this cross-border rivalry.
The Sounders, playing in front of their home crowd, showed resilience but ultimately fell short. Seattle registered 11 key passes, with Jesús Ferreira leading the charge with three, yet they struggled to convert chances into goals. In contrast, Guadalajara was more clinical, producing 16 key passes, with Brian Gutiérrez, Miguel Gómez, and Roberto Alvarado each contributing three. The visitors’ superior creativity in the final third proved decisive, as they capitalized on their opportunities to claim all three points.
Chivas’ traveling supporters were in full voice, providing a vibrant atmosphere that spurred their team on. Despite their difficult start to the season, this performance underlined their potential as a formidable force in the competition. The Sounders, meanwhile, will rue missed opportunities but can take heart from their spirited display. As the Leagues Cup progresses, both teams will look to build on this encounter, with Guadalajara gaining momentum and Seattle aiming to bounce back stronger.
Shimanta Das 
