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Chivas vs Atlas: the players who have represented both Liga MX clubs

Ahead of the Clásico, we take a look at the players who have represented both Mexican soccer clubs.

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Guadalajara's Isaac Brizuela after he misses a chance during the match between Guadalajara and Atletico San Luis at the Akron stadium in Guadalajara, Jalisco State, Mexico on July 8, 2023.
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On Saturday, October 7, the Clásico Tapatío between Chivas and Atlas will take place at the Estadio Akron in Zapopan, Jalisco. Ahead of the intriguing encounter, we have gone back through the archives to have a look at the players who have played for both clubs.

Oswaldo Sánchez

A legend with the Rebaño Sagrado, Oswaldo Sánchez arrived at the club after making his professional debut with Atlas and playing for América. He won the Liga MX title with the club in 2006.

Oswaldo Sánchez durante un partido con las Chivas.
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Oswaldo Sánchez in a match with Chivas.OSWALDO SANCHEZ 2006MEXSPORT

Ignacio ‘Cuate’ Calderón

Cuate Calderón spent almost his entire career with Guadalajara, winning multiple titles including the league, cup and the ‘Campeón de Campeones’ from 1963 to 1970, being part of a strong Chivas side. He then made the jump to Leones Negros and ended his career with Atlas, where he only played for three months.

El 'Cuate' Calderón en un entrenamiento.
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Cuate Calderón during a training session.ARCHIVO HISTORICO / MexSport

Omar Bravo

After his spell with Chivas, Omar Bravo went to Spain to play for Galician outfit Deportivo La Coruña. He later returned to Mexico to ply his trade with Tigres before returning to wear the Guadalajara colors. With Chivas, he won the league, cup and Super Cup. He played for Atlas after leaving Cruz Azul.

Omar Bravo en un duelo entre Chivas y Cruz Azul.
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Omar Bravo in a match between Chivas and Cruz Azul.OMAR BRAVO 2001MEXSPORT

Fernando Quirarte

One of the best defenders in Chivas’ history is Fernando Quirarte, who played almost his entire career with the Rebaño Sagrado, winning one league title. He later moved to Atlas, where he played for two seasons, and finished his career with Leones Negros of UdeG.

Fernando Quirarte (middle) with Chivas.
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Fernando Quirarte (middle) with Chivas.ARCHIVO HISTORICO / MexSport

Isaac Brizuela

Isaac Brizuela started his career with Toluca and later had a stint with Atlas. Chivas convinced him to join them and he won a league title, two cup and a Super Cup with the Rebaño.

Isaac Brizuela durante un encuentro con Chivas.
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Isaac Brizuela with Chivas.Juan Carlos Ocampo