Chivas Are Back! Your Complete Guide to Watching Guadalajara vs. Santos Laguna

Hey there, soccer fan! The break is over, and the Rebaño Sagrado (that’s the Sacred Herd—Chivas’ cool nickname) is ready to hit the field again.

Whether you call them Chivas, El Rebaño, or the Rojiblancos (Red-and-Whites), one thing is for sure: the Nación Chiva (Chivas Nation) is buzzing. After a pause for the Leagues Cup tournament, the team travels to Torreón to face Santos Laguna in Matchday 4 of the Apertura 2026.

Don’t worry if some of those words sound new—we’ll explain everything below so you know exactly when, where, and how to watch.

Match Details at a Glance

ELI5 Vocabulary Corner

• Apertura 2026: The "Opening" tournament of the 2026 Mexican soccer season (they play two short tournaments a year: Apertura and Clausura).
• Estadio Corona: The home stadium of Santos Laguna, located in the Comarca Lagunera (the "Lagoon Region" metropolitan area).
• Perla Tapatía: A poetic nickname for Guadalajara city (Pearl of the West).
• Chivahermanos: "Chiva-brothers/sisters"—what fans call each other.

Where to Watch: Mexico

If you are watching from Mexico, you have four great options—two on regular TV and two on streaming apps.

Traditional TV

1. Canal 5 (Free over-the-air channel)
2. TUDN (Cable/Satellite sports channel)

Streaming Apps

1. ViX Premium (The paid tier of Televisa’s streaming service)
2. Disney+ (Yes, Disney+ now streams live Liga MX games in Mexico!)

IMPORTANT NOTE
Make sure you have the Premium version of ViX. The free version usually does not carry live Liga MX matches.

Where to Watch: United States

Cheering from north of the border? You have two main ways to catch the action.

Traditional TV

• TUDN (Available on most major cable/satellite packages like DirecTV, Dish, Spectrum, Xfinity).

Streaming

• ViX Premium (The same app, but the US version. Requires a subscription).

Quick Geography Lesson (ELI5 Style)

• Where is Chivas from? Guadalajara, Jalisco (The Perla Tapatía).
• Where is the game? Torreón, Coahuila (In the Comarca Lagunera).
• How far is it? About a 5–6 hour drive or a 1.5 hour flight. It’s a true "away game" atmosphere, but you’ll see plenty of Rojiblanco jerseys in the stands!

Your Pre-Match Checklist

Follow these steps so you don’t miss kickoff:

1. Check your Time Zone: The game starts at 7:10 PM Central Time (Mexico City time). Adjust if you are in Pacific, Mountain, or Eastern time.
2. Pick your Platform: Decide if you are using TV (Canal 5 / TUDN) or Streaming (ViX Premium / Disney+).
3. Test your Login: If streaming, open the app 15 minutes early to make sure your password works and you don’t need an update.
4. Gear Up: Put on your Chivas jersey, grab a snack, and get ready to cheer for the Rebaño!

Summary

• Chivas plays Santos Laguna on Sunday, August 16 at 7:10 PM.
• It is Matchday 4 of the Apertura 2026 season at Estadio Corona.
• Mexico: Watch on Canal 5, TUDN, ViX Premium, or Disney+.
• USA: Watch on TUDN or ViX Premium.
• Streaming requires a paid subscription (Premium).

FAQ: Your Questions Answered

1. What does "Apertura 2026" mean?
It means the "Opening 2026" tournament. Liga MX splits the year into two championships: Apertura (July–Dec) and Clausura (Jan–May). This is the first one of the 2026–27 season.

2. Can I watch this for free on the regular ViX app?
Usually, no. Live Liga MX matches are almost always behind the ViX Premium paywall. The free tier typically only offers highlights or replays.

3. I have Disney+ in Mexico. Do I need a special add-on?
Nope! As long as you have a standard Disney+ subscription in Mexico, the live sports hub (ESPN/Star+) is included inside the app. Just search for "Liga MX" or the match name.

4. Why are they called "Rojiblancos"?
It’s Spanish for Red-and-Whites, describing their iconic vertical striped jersey.

5. What if I miss the live game?
Both ViX Premium and Disney+ (in Mexico) usually offer full match replays and extended highlights shortly after the final whistle.

¡Vamos Chivas! Enjoy the match, Chivahermanos!