The perfect run is over for Chivas Femenil, and honestly, it stings. Guadalajara rolled into Estadio Hidalgo on Matchday 4 of the Apertura 2026 ready to keep that pristine record intact, but Pachuca had other plans, snatching a tough 3-1 victory. Even with the Red-and-Whites showing character throughout, the Tuzas shut down their perfect start to the tournament. This wasn’t the afternoon anyone connected with Guadalajara had envisioned, especially after such a dominant lead-up.
The ‘Predator’ Struck First, Then Blanca Félix Stood Tall
For a while there, it looked like Chivas Femenil was doing exactly what they intended. The persistence paid off big time in the 33rd minute when Natalia Colín delivered a precise pass right to the feet of Alicia Cervantes. The ‘Predator’ didn’t miss, firing a clinical shot into the back of the net, putting Guadalajara up by one. The momentum was definitely with the Red-and-Whites, who kept up the intensity under Head Coach Antonio Contreras. Things continued to look good early in the second half, with goalkeeper Blanca Félix proving why she’s one of their standout performers. In the 49th minute, she made a magnificent save, deflecting the ball and absolutely denying the home side an equalizer. That’s the kind of play that can change a game, and for a moment, it felt like Chivas would hold on.
Pachuca’s Relentless Attack Erased the Lead
But soccer can be brutal, can’t it? Despite that incredible save from Félix, Pachuca found another gear. The Tuzas came roaring back onto the scoreboard with three goals that completely flipped the script. Cherlyn Corral converted from the spot in the 60th minute, leveling the score and igniting the home crowd. Just eight minutes later, in the 68th minute, Yirleidis Quejada found the net for the Tuzas, giving them the lead. Then, to put the game away for good, Ohale Osinachi scored Pachuca’s third goal in the 86th minute. That rapid-fire scoring blitz, all within 26 minutes, was a gut punch. It marked Chivas Femenil’s first setback of Apertura 2026, a tough lesson learned on the road.
Now, Chivas Femenil has to turn the page fast. They’ll be back at Akron Stadium next Sunday, August 30, at 5:00 PM, for Matchday 5 of AP26, where they’ll host Pumas. It’s a chance to bounce back, regain some confidence, and show this wasn’t the start of a slide, just a blip. We’ll be watching to see how they respond.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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