The result eliminates the Liga MX side from the tournament with one group-stage match remaining.
Chivas Eliminated Following Defeat to FC Dallas
The Guadalajara squad managed by Gabriel Milito entered the fixture at PayPal Park seeking a rebound after drawing their tournament opener. According to Marca, Chivas opened their campaign with a 1-1 draw against Los Angeles FC before losing 5-4 in a penalty shootout. Needing a victory to secure one of the four available advancement spots, the Mexican side failed to convert multiple scoring opportunities during the match.
FC Dallas capitalized on a defensive lapse in the second half. According to Marca, forward Logan Farrington scored on a counterattack, sealing the victory and condemning Guadalajara to elimination from the cross-border competition.
Match Disruption Due to Discriminatory Chants
Late in the fixture, referee intervention became necessary due to crowd behavior in the stands. According to Marca, the match was temporarily halted as the stadium security and officials addressed anti-guy chants echoing from frustrated supporters watching their team face elimination. In addition to the chants, some fans threw flares onto the playing surface at PayPal Park.
Following the defeat, manager Gabriel Milito acknowledged the mood within the locker room. According to Marca, the Argentine coach stated that the squad felt significant disappointment and sadness following the early tournament exit.
Upcoming Schedule for Guadalajara
With qualification mathematically impossible, Guadalajara will play out the remainder of their group schedule before returning to domestic competition. According to Marca, Chivas will conclude their Leagues Cup participation against Seattle Sounders on Wednesday, August 12, at Lumen Field. Afterward, the club resumes Liga MX play with an away fixture against Santos Laguna in Torreón on Sunday, August 16.