González Keeps Chivas in Title Race with Goal Against Pumas
In a thrilling Liga MX match, Armando González, known as “La Hormiga,” played a pivotal role in helping Chivas secure a draw against Pumas. The encounter took place at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario on October 6, 2025, during Round 12 of the Apertura 2025 tournament.
Match Overview: Chivas vs. Pumas
Despite a dominant performance from Guadalajara, it was Pumas who initially took the lead in the second half. An error between players Luis Romo and Rubén González allowed Ecuadorian Pedro Vite to score, putting the home team ahead.
González’s Equalizer
Chivas quickly responded to the setback. Bryan González made a crucial pass to Efraín Álvarez, who delivered a precise cross into the box. Armando González then capitalized, scoring his sixth goal of the tournament and leveling the match at 1-1.
Statistics and Rankings
González’s remarkable goal-scoring record includes:
- Two goals against San Luis
- One each against Tijuana, América, Necaxa, and Pumas
Currently, González shares the sixth spot in the league’s scoring rankings with Ángel Sepúlveda (Cruz Azul), Óscar Estupiñán (Juárez), Sergio Canales (Rayados), and Germán Berterame (Rayados). However, he trails Joao Pedro (San Luis) by two goals and Paulinho Días (Toluca) by three.
Chivas’ Goal-Scoring Contributions
In addition to González, several other Chivas players have contributed to the team’s scoring efforts this season:
- Cade Cowell
- Efraín Álvarez
- Roberto Alvarado (2 goals)
- Diego Campillo
- Santiago Sandoval
- Samir Inda
Future Prospects
There was speculation that González might be called up for the Mexican national team during the upcoming FIFA window. However, he did not appear in the final selection announced by coach Javier Aguirre.
González’s outstanding form has kept Chivas in contention for the title race, and fans eagerly await his continued contributions on the field.
