Chivas de Guadalajara could not achieve a good result in the first leg of the 2018 Concachampions quarterfinals. Seattle Sounders defeated them 1-0 at home and took the advantage in the series.
The only goal of the match was scored by the veteran American Clint Dempsey after an assist from Wingo. His right foot shot inside the area was unstoppable.
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Chivas de Guadalajara and Seattle Sounders will play the second leg for a spot in the semifinals on March 14 at 10:00 p.m.
Chivas de Guadalajara's next match will be in the Liga MX this weekend. The 'Sacred Herd' will clash with Lobos BUAP for matchday 11.
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Chivas de Guadalajara and Seattle Sounders from MLS will face each other this Wednesday (live on FOX Sports at 10:00 p.m.) in the first leg of the quarterfinals.
The CenturyLink Field stadium will be the scenario of the Chivas vs Seattle match. The team from Guadalajara is the favorite to advance to the next round.
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However, Chivas will have two important absences in the defensive zone. Jesus Sanchez and Hedgardo Marin will not be available against Seattle Sounders. The first due to injury and the second for violating an internal club regulation.
Chivas de Guadalajara is not doing well in the Clausura 2018 Tournament of the Liga MX, where they have only collected eight points and it is very difficult for them to qualify for the playoffs. That's why Matias Almeyda is going all out.
"Seattle is a tough opponent, they have experienced players who can make a difference in their team, but we have a great team with the players we have, along with our performance, we are confident that we can do well," said Chivas de Guadalajara's coach.