MEXICO CITY — The atmosphere at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario on Sunday was tense, expectant, and ultimately heartbreaking for the home side. Chivas de Guadalajara, led by Argentine coach Gabriel Milito, claimed a decisive 2-1 away victory over Pumas UNAM, pushing themselves closer to Liguilla contention while leaving Pumas’ season teetering on collapse.

Goals from Armando González and Daniel Aguirre secured the Rojiblancos’ third consecutive victory in the 2025 Apertura, a run that just weeks ago seemed unlikely given their uneven start. For Chivas fans, this win felt like a statement: their team is surging at exactly the right moment.

For Pumas, the night was a different story. Head coach Efraín Juárez, already under fire for the team’s lack of discipline, watched his squad fall to their third straight defeat. The defining moment came in stoppage time when Álvaro Angulo stepped up for a penalty that could have salvaged a point — only to see his shot cannon off the crossbar.

“The truth is we’re very sad about the result. It wasn’t what we expected… refereeing has also been very important,” lamented assistant coach Luis Pérez, recalling their frustration after the recent 4-1 Clásico Capitalino loss against Club América.

Pumas: a season slipping away

Pumas’ record is damning: just three wins in 12 matches, and only one at home this season — a late victory over Atlas, courtesy of a corner-kick strike by Aaron Ramsey, marking the Welshman’s first goal in Mexico.

The problems go deeper than results. After Juárez was sent off in the América match for verbally abusing officials, Pumas earned a reputation as the most undisciplined squad in the tournament with four warnings already. Their remaining fixtures — against Monterrey, Atlético de San Luis, León, Club Tijuana (Xolos), and Cruz Azul — look daunting.

Chivas: revival under Milito

In stark contrast, Chivas are enjoying a renaissance. Despite losing key figures like Roberto Alvarado and Erick Gutiérrez, Milito’s men have strung together three straight wins. The shift in mentality and organization is evident, with Chivas suddenly resembling a team ready to challenge for the Liguilla.

Their schedule also provides opportunities to consolidate momentum: home games against Mazatlán, Atlas, and Monterrey, along with away trips to Querétaro and Pachuca.

A pivotal turning point

The 2-1 result may go down as more than just another league match. For Chivas, it could be the moment their season truly ignited. For Pumas, it might be remembered as the missed penalty that defined a campaign of frustration and unfulfilled potential.

As both teams prepare for their final stretch of matches, the paths could not be more different: one surging toward the playoffs, the other battling to avoid complete collapse.
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LOS ANGELES — Sometimes, sports deliver the kind of storyline even Hollywood couldn’t script better. On Sunday night, Jayden Daniels, the reigning NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year, made his long-awaited return from a knee sprain — and turned it into a homecoming to remember.

Playing just 70 miles from his hometown of San Bernardino, Daniels led the Washington Commanders to a 27-10 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers, throwing for 231 yards and a touchdown while rushing for 39 more.

“It means a lot,” Daniels said after the win. “First game back, in my hometown… you can’t write a better story. I dreamt of moments like this.”

Shaking off the rust, finding the magic

The Commanders needed Daniels’ spark. They were coming off a disappointing loss to Atlanta, missing key receivers like Terry McLaurin and Noah Brown, and had turned to veteran Marcus Mariota for two weeks. But as head coach Dan Quinn noted, Daniels brings something different — the “X factor.”

That factor came alive after a slow start. Down 10-0, Daniels converted a third-and-16 with a 16-yard strike to Jaylin Lane. From there, the Commanders offense came alive. By halftime, he had launched a 50-yard dart to receiver Luke McCaffrey, setting up a field goal for a 10-10 tie.

And in the second half, he delivered his signature play — a backpedaling, sideline fade to Deebo Samuel in the corner of the end zone to cap a 99-yard drive.

“He just has an X factor about him,” Quinn said. “On third and fourth downs, he creates plays. That last throw to Deebo — fantastic.”

Playing smart, not just flashy

Daniels’ highlight plays weren’t the only thing that impressed coaches. His maturity showed in the little decisions: sliding at the end of runs, throwing the ball away to avoid hits, and staying calm under pressure.

According to ESPN Research, Daniels was pressured on 39% of his dropbacks but still completed four of seven passes for 88 yards and a touchdown in those moments.

Safety Jeremy Reaves described him as having “under-the-pillow cool,” adding, “He can beat you in so many different ways. He’s a different cat, the kind you don’t see too often.”

A storybook homecoming

The win was made sweeter by the crowd. Daniels’ family and friends packed at least two suites inside SoFi Stadium, while dozens more filled the stands. For the 23-year-old quarterback, it was the perfect stage.

Defensive star Von Miller summed it up: “He had to knock the cobwebs off and play like the guy we know he is. Aggressive, confident — that’s Jayden.”

The Commanders improved to 3-2, keeping pace in a competitive NFC, while the Chargers fell to 2-3.

For Washington, the takeaway was clear: Jayden Daniels isn’t just back. He’s still the same game-changing quarterback who electrified the league last season — and maybe even better.

“It was going to be hard to keep him out tonight,” Quinn admitted. “Coming back here, where his journey began, it was special. For him, for us, for everyone.”
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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — On a chilly Sunday night in upstate New York, the New England Patriots delivered the kind of victory that shakes up a season. Rookie quarterback Drake Maye showcased poise beyond his years, while wide receiver Stefon Diggs put on an unforgettable performance in his emotional return to Buffalo, as the Patriots edged the Buffalo Bills 23-20.

The game had all the makings of a Hollywood script. With just 15 seconds left, rookie kicker Andy Borregales nailed a 52-yard field goal to seal the win. But it was the final drive — and the connection between Maye and Diggs — that fans will remember for years.

“It was storybook,” Maye said of Diggs’ return. “Coming back here, prime time, first game since the trade — you could see it all week. He just loves football. It’s good he’s a Patriot.”

Maye’s first prime-time heroics

Making his first NFL prime-time start, Maye went 22-of-30 for 273 yards, engineering not one but two clutch touchdown drives. His ability to escape pressure and extend plays drew comparisons to Josh Allen, but Maye is quickly carving out his own identity.

Midway through the third quarter, Maye improvised on a 32-yard sideline throw to Diggs, setting up a go-ahead touchdown. Later, with under three minutes to play, Maye somehow fired a strike to Diggs while being dragged down by defensive lineman DaQuan Jones. That play set up Borregales’ game-winner.

Diggs’ emotional homecoming

For Diggs, traded from Buffalo to the Houston Texans in 2024 before joining the Patriots, the night was charged with emotion. Facing his former team in front of a raucous Highmark Stadium crowd, he responded with 10 receptions for 146 yards.

“It was lit. Electrifying,” Diggs told reporters. “They love you one day, they hate you the next, then they can love you again. I spent a lot of time here. I respect the dynamic. I guess I miss you too.”

The 31-year-old became the first Patriots receiver since Julian Edelman in 2019 to post consecutive 100-yard games in a season.

Vrabel’s Patriots showing grit

First-year head coach Mike Vrabel praised both stars:

“Being able to emotionally come back here for Stef, and a gutty performance from Drake — I just continue to enjoy watching him grow and lead this football team.”

Vrabel’s Patriots improved to 3-2, snapping Buffalo’s 14-game home winning streak. The Bills, who have dominated the AFC East with five consecutive division titles, fell to 4-1.

Bills left with missed chances

The Bills, led by Allen, roared back from a 20-10 deficit to tie the game late in the fourth quarter. But costly errors and Diggs’ relentless performance proved too much. For Buffalo fans, seeing their former star burn them on national television was salt in the wound.

What’s next?

For New England, the night signaled something bigger: a rookie quarterback gaining confidence and a veteran wideout proving he still has plenty left in the tank. If Maye and Diggs continue building this chemistry, the Patriots could turn from AFC East underdogs into serious playoff contenders.
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