The statistical balance of the Clásico Nacional is explored here — from finals to top scorers and players with the most appearances. This enduring rivalry between Mexico’s two giants is a cornerstone of the league, and its history offers a clear lens on how the fixture has shaped Mexican football over the decades.
America and Chivas stand as the benchmark in the MX competition. While the two clubs have followed different paths in recent years, their clashes on the pitch remain a dramatic showcase of rivalry, talent, and momentum colliding in every match they share. The Apertura 2022 matchday 15 saw both teams arrive in strong form, yet the Eagles emerged victorious with a 2-1 win.
Within this overview, a detailed statistical analysis traces the evolution of the rivalry and highlights key moments that defined the fixture in the annals of Mexican football.
BALANCE
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FINALS
League 1983-84
un solo juego de ida
June 7, 1984, Jalisco Stadium
Chivas 2-2 America
Goles: Eduardo de la Torre 78’, Nestor de la Torre 82’; Carlos Hermosillo 9’, Mario Alberto Trejo 63’
Jugada de vuelta
June 10, 1984, Azteca Stadium
America 3-1
Goles: Eduardo Bacas 55’, Alfredo Tena 65’, Javier Aguirre 90’; Fernando Quirarte de penal 81’
Mexico Cup 1953-54
May 6, 1954, Sports City
America 1-1 Chivas
Goles: José Buendía 20’; Raul Arellano 57’
tiebreaker match
May 12, 1954, Sports City
America 1-1 Chivas (3-2 en penales)
Goles: José Santiago de penal 110’; Raul Arellano 92’
Puniciones: (Emilio Fizel; Juan Jasso)*
* En esa época, un solo jugador por equipo ejecutaba todos los penales
Mexico Cup 1954-55
March 6, 1955, Sports City
America 1-0 Chivas
Goles: Manuel Cañibe 50’
Champion of champions 1963-64
April 26, 1964, University Olympic
America 0-2 Chivas
Goles: Javier Barba 34’, Salvador Reyes de penal 83’
Champion of champions 1964-65
May 14, 1965, University Olympic
America 1-2 Chivas
Goles: Javier Fragoso 62’; Isidoro Diaz 42’, Francisco Jara 87’
RECORDS
Players with the most caps
Juan Jasso (Chivas) – 50
Cristóbal Ortega (America) – 50
Top scorers
Salvador Reyes (Chivas) – 13
Luis Roberto Alves ‘Zague’ (America) – 10
Players with the most wins for their side
Juan Jasso (Chivas) – 24
Cristóbal Ortega (America) – 21
notable results
Chivas 0-4 America, March 30, 2014 (closing 2014)
Chivas 5-0 America, August 25, 1996 (Winter 1996)
Chivas 7–0 America, August 22, 1956 (League 1956–57)
Chivas 6-2 America, October 24, 1948 (1948–49 League)
America 7–2 Chivas, February 20, 1944 (1943–44 League)
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