Guadalajara is on a serious heater, rolling into Matchday 5 of the Apertura 2026 with back-to-back victories under their belt, including a tough one against *our* Seattle Sounders. And who’s been absolutely crushing it for them? None other than Ricardo Marín, a forward who just keeps proving he’s clutch every single minute he’s on the pitch.
Every Minute Counts: Marín’s Unstoppable Efficiency
This dude has been a revelation. After coming back to Chivas from a loan spell with Puebla, Marín’s become known for making every opportunity count, whether he’s starting or coming off the bench. Just last Sunday against Santos, he got the start and totally rewarded Coach Gabriel Milito’s faith, getting on the scoresheet with a goal. His Liga MX numbers this season are wild: in just 116 minutes, he’s bagged one goal and one assist. That means he’s directly involved in a goal every 58 minutes. Talk about making an impact!
Beyond the Box Score: A Playmaker Emerges
But Marín’s game is so much more than just the stats. Against both our Sounders and Santos, he was all over the field, showing off some seriously strong link-up play. He makes these smart, intelligent movements, always offering support, combining in tight spaces, and giving his teammates an option to keep possession. Plus, he’s not afraid to battle defenders, holding up the ball and springing teammates into the box when they’re in a better spot, just like he did with his assist against Juárez. Remember the previous playoffs? Against Tigres in the Quarterfinals, he scored in the first leg and then assisted Santiago Sandoval in the second, playing a huge role in both of Guadalajara’s goals that entire series.
Next up, it’s Xolos de Tijuana this Saturday at Estadio AKRON. Marín is clearly an important piece for the Rojiblanco attack, and Coach Milito sees him as a guy who can respond in any situation, contributing both inside and outside the box, and bringing solutions to their build-up play. After his killer performance against Santos, Marín is looking to keep that same energy and help Guadalajara extend their positive run. You gotta keep an eye on this guy, folks!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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