Juarez will host Pachuca at the Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez on September 5, 2026, as part of the seventh round of the Liga MX Apertura 2026. The two teams are in contrasting situations, with Juarez sitting at the bottom of the table and Pachuca looking to improve their standing.

Juarez has been in dire straits, suffering six consecutive defeats, including a heavy 0-4 loss to Toluca on August 30. This poor performance has left them without any points after six matches. Their defense has been particularly vulnerable, often collapsing under pressure, as evidenced by their recent matches where they conceded a staggering 12 goals in just three games.

In an effort to attract fans back to the stadium during this challenging period, Juarez has implemented a low ticket price of just 65.60 pesos. Despite their struggles, Juarez does have a key player in Oscar Estupiñán, who has been a consistent threat and will be crucial if the team looks to turn their fortunes around.

Pachuca, on the other hand, is also not in great form, having gone five matches without a win. They managed a draw against Chivas in their last outing, but their inability to convert chances into victories has been a significant concern. Despite this, Pachuca has shown glimpses of competitive spirit, and this match against Juarez presents an opportunity to break their winless streak.

The match is expected to see Juarez adopt a more defensive approach, likely focusing on counterattacks through Estupiñán. Meanwhile, Pachuca will aim to control the game and exploit Juarez's defensive frailties. Historically, the two teams have faced each other 14 times, with Pachuca winning five, Juarez winning four, and five matches ending in draws.

In terms of squad news, Juarez has no significant absentees, while Pachuca will be without Andrés Micolta due to injury. Both teams will be looking to secure a much-needed victory, with Pachuca favored to come out on top given Juarez's current form.

As the match approaches, fans are eager to see if Juarez can pull off an upset at home or if Pachuca will finally find their rhythm and claim all three points.