Tapatío’s Explosive Offense: Record Goals & Liga de Expansión MX Dominance | CL26 2024

Zapopan, Jalisco – Tapatío is enjoying one of its most productive offensive seasons in club history, having already recorded 22 goals through 11 matchdays in the Liga de Expansión MX. Under the guidance of manager José Meléndez, the team is building positive momentum and demonstrating the potential to contend for the championship.

This strong performance is particularly noteworthy when compared to previous seasons. Records show that only the Apertura 2024 tournament, with 32 goals, and the Clausura 2023 season, with 30 goals, have seen higher scoring totals for the club. Tapatío has already matched its goal tallies from both the Clausura 2025 and Clausura 2024 seasons, but with several matches still remaining, they have the opportunity to surpass those marks and establish a new club record.

The team’s success stems from a combination of factors, including effective chance creation, dynamic attacking play, and clinical finishing. This has positioned Tapatío as the most dangerous attacking side in the league, solidifying their status as the top offense in the Liga de Expansión MX. Leading the charge is forward Vladimir Moragrega, who has emerged as a key figure in the attack, currently topping the league’s scoring charts with six goals.

José Meléndez returned to Tapatío as head coach on December 4, 2025, with a clear objective: to strengthen the club’s developmental process and lead them back to the Liga de Expansión MX title. This isn’t his first foray with the team; he previously guided Tapatío to glory in the Apertura 2024 season, demonstrating his ability to lead the Rojiblanco to success. His experience with the club’s youth system, gained through recent work with the Under 21 squad, allows him to integrate promising talent from the Cantera Rojiblanca into the first team.

Meléndez’s initial stint with Tapatío began unexpectedly at the close of the Apertura 2024 tournament. He took the reins for the final three matches of the regular season, and then played a crucial role in the team’s playoff run, ultimately leading them to the championship. During those three regular season games, he maintained an undefeated record, securing two wins and a draw, while the team scored six goals and conceded only one. The team didn’t lose a single match under his leadership during the playoffs, culminating in a championship victory over Celaya in two hard-fought matches.

The club, founded in 1973 and re-established in 2020, operates as the reserve team for Club Deportivo Guadalajara. Tapatío’s primary purpose is to develop young players and provide them with opportunities to gain experience before potentially joining the first team. The team currently plays its home matches at Estadio Akron, occasionally utilizing Estadio Jalisco when scheduling conflicts arise with Guadalajara.

Moragrega’s form is a significant boost for Tapatío, but the team’s offensive prowess extends beyond a single player. The ability to generate scoring opportunities consistently, coupled with the dynamism of the attack, has been instrumental in their success. The team’s current form suggests they are well-equipped to make a deep run in the playoffs.

With four matches remaining in the regular season, the team, under ‘Pepe’ Meléndez’s direction, has the opportunity to further enhance its competitive spirit and finish strongly, setting the stage for a serious title challenge. The focus remains firmly on the postseason, and Tapatío will be looking to capitalize on their current momentum to achieve their ultimate goal.

Tapatío’s next match is yet to be announced, but fans can follow the team’s progress and receive official updates through the club’s website and social media channels. The Liga de Expansión MX season is reaching its climax, and Tapatío is poised to be a major contender for the championship.