Santos Laguna has one of the tightest defences in the Liga MX Apertura 2026, conceding an average of just 0.86 goals per game. This resilience stands in stark contrast to their league position, as they sit 17th with only 4 points from 8 matches. While their offensive output averages 2.31 goals per game, it hasn't translated into enough wins to climb the standings.
The defensive metrics
The team's defensive discipline is evident in other figures. Opponents receive an average of 1.81 yellow cards per match against Santos, higher than the 1.31 shown to the Laguna players. Despite this, the team allows over 11 shots per game, an area for potential improvement.
Individual performances underpin this structure. In midfield, Felipe Sánchez averages 61.5 passes per game and Federico Pereira 58.4, acting as key conduits for building play from the back. This foundation will be vital for the next challenge: an away trip to face league leaders Toluca on September 21st.
The recent 2-1 win over FC Juárez, with goals from Ezequiel Bullaude and Esteban Lozano, showed the team's fighting spirit. Yet, their form over the last five games reads WLDLL, demanding greater consistency. With Toluca 15 points clear at the top, the match is a chance to prove their solid defensive numbers can yield points on the road. The current state of the squad will be key for this fixture.
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