Pachuca — Queretaro : Match Preview and Prediction for September 21,2025

Pachuca’s Current Form and Crisis

Without further ado, let’s get straight to the point. Bookmakers see Pachuca as the clear favorite, but I strongly disagree with this assessment. Let’s look at the facts, not just the names. The team is in an obvious crisis. Over their last three matches, “Los Tuzos” have managed to collect just one point. This isn’t just a dip in form; it’s a significant problem.

Performance Issues and Missed Opportunities

Their last encounter against Cruz Azul (0-1) epitomizes their current state. Yes, the defeat was shrouded in referee controversy, but let’s examine the game itself. Pachuca registered 13 shots on goal, with 7 of them on target! The outcome? Zero goals. The opponent’s goalkeeper made 7 saves. This points not to bad luck, but to serious issues with converting chances. The attack creates moments, but fails to turn them into goals.

Internal Instability and Home Record

Moreover, things are not entirely smooth within the club. Rumors suggest that the management is already looking for a replacement for coach Jaime Lozano. When a coach’s position is unstable, it invariably affects the players’ performance. Most importantly, pay attention to their home game statistics: in 16 of their previous 18 matches on home turf, Pachuca has not won by more than a one-goal margin. The team simply struggles to dominate opponents convincingly in their own stadium.

Querétaro: The Stubborn Underdog

Now, let’s talk about “Los Gallos Blancos” (The White Roosters). Yes, the team is second to last in the table with only 4 points. But let’s not jump to conclusions; let’s dig deeper. Querétaro are not pushovers, and it’s not easy to beat them decisively. Look at their last match: a 0-1 defeat against Monterrey, the league leaders. Losing to the league leaders by a narrow margin speaks volumes about their character and organized defense.

Resilience and Defensive Solidity

Querétaro doesn’t fall apart, even when playing against the league’s strongest teams. They know how to absorb pressure. And this isn’t an isolated incident. Statistics confirm my words: in 14 of their last 19 matches, Querétaro has not lost by more than one goal. And this trend is even more indicative away from home: in 13 of their previous 20 away games, they have covered the 1.5 goal handicap.

Team Reinforcements and Motivation

The team is trying to strengthen its squad. Argentine forward Mateo Coronel was recently signed to boost the attack. Yes, their coach Benjamín Mora is also under pressure, but this only adds to the unpredictability of the match. The team will fight, clinging to every ball.