Querétaro vs Pachuca Match Preview, H2H, Stats & Predictions

Q: Who are the key players to watch in this match?

Querétaro: Mateo Coronel, Pablo Barrera, Rodrigo Bogarín. Pachuca: Jhonder Cádiz, Alonso Aceves, Oussama Idrissi. These players are central to their teams’ attacking and creative output.

Querétaro and Pachuca meet in a classic Liga MX clash that often blends tactical discipline with sudden attacking bursts. Pachuca typically arrive with a reputation for structured build-up and youth-driven energy, while Querétaro lean on organization, home grit, and moments of direct play to tilt tight games their way. The result is usually a competitive, hard-fought contest decided by small margins.

Match Overview

Date, Time & Venue

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Date: Sunday, 1 February 2026
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Kick-off: ~17:00 (Mexico CT) / 18:00 EST
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Venue: Estadio La Corregidora, Santiago de Querétaro
Home stadium of Querétaro FC

Current League Positions

Liga MX Clausura 2026 — Week 4
Both teams sit in the lower half after an identical start to the campaign.

Querétaro
4 points (1W-1D-1L)

~16th

Pachuca
4 points (1W-1D-1L)

~13th

Head-to-Head Summary — Querétaro vs Pachuca

All-Time Wins / Draws / Losses

Total meetings: 41 competitive matches (all comps)
Pachuca wins: 17
Querétaro wins: 12
Draws: 12

Pachuca lead the overall head-to-head record, winning more often than their opponents. Across these meetings, the goal balance is also slightly in Pachuca’s favour.

Goals Scored vs Conceded Trends

Total goals: Pachuca ~46, Querétaro ~40 (overall)
Per game scoring: Querétaro ~0.98, Pachuca ~1.09

This suggests both sides have a relatively modest scoring rate when they meet, with Pachuca slightly more prolific overall.

Most Recent Results (Last Several Meetings)

Sep 21, 2025: Pachuca 0–2 Querétaro – Querétaro win
Jan 30, 2025: Querétaro 0–1 Pachuca – Pachuca win
Sep 01, 2024: Pachuca 1–1 Querétaro – Draw
Mar 10, 2024: Pachuca 1–2 Querétaro – Querétaro win
Aug 21, 2023: Querétaro 1–1 Pachuca – Draw

Over these matches, results have been fairly balanced with wins for each side and a handful of draws, reflecting competitive but not always high-scoring games.

Team Form & Analysis

Last 5/10 Matches Form

Querétaro (Recent Form)

Last 5 league games: L L D W W — mixed results with a couple of wins but also defeats, reflecting inconsistency.
Broader recent trend: struggled in Clausura with poor starts and multiple losses, often conceding early.
Goal scoring: ~1.1 goals per match, defensive lapses see them concede ~1.7 per game in recent league play.

Pachuca (Recent Form)

Last 5 league matches: D W L L W — uneven but slightly steadier than Querétaro overall.
Season totals: 8 wins, 5 draws, 9 losses — balanced but unspectacular, attack & defence ~1.2 goals per game.
Recent H2H includes a 0‑0 draw with Querétaro, underlining low-scoring tendencies.

Tactical Setups

Querétaro: Typically deploy a 4‑1‑4‑1 formation aimed at compactness, with a lone forward supported by midfield runners — limits offensive variety but improves defensive organisation.
Pachuca: More fluid 4‑2‑3‑1 structure that balances midfield, allows wide creativity using attacking midfield three — provides control in transitions.

These systems suggest a possession split where Pachuca often build through midfield while Querétaro look to absorb pressure and hit on the break.

Player Spotlight

Here are some of the key players expected to have an impact in this fixture, along with their recent performances:

Querétaro — Players to Watch

Mateo Coronel (Forward)
Coronel has been directly involved in two of Querétaro’s three goals this season. His movements and link‑up play are crucial when they carve out chances.
Pablo Barrera (Winger/Attacking Mid)
Veteran presence, creative outlet, set-piece quality. Key for unlocking defences despite modest goal numbers.
Rodrigo Bogarín (Forward)
Bogarín’s goal contributions have been important in past matches and could be decisive in tight contests.

Recent Performance Trend: Querétaro’s goals have been sparse this season; contributors like Coronel and Barrera are vital for creating rare scoring opportunities.

Pachuca — Players to Watch

Jhonder Cádiz (Striker)
Main scoring outlet; goals highlight his importance to Pachuca’s frontline.
Alonso Aceves (Midfielder/Defender)
Contributes defensively and offensively; helps stabilise transitions and maintain possession.
Oussama Idrissi (Winger/Attacking Mid)
Creativity from wide areas makes him a counter-attacking threat and chance creator in tight matches.

Recent Performance Trend: Pachuca have been defensively solid and tactically disciplined. Their attack, led by Cádiz and creative wide play from Idrissi, aims to break down defensive blocks.

Recent Performance Metrics (Contextual)

Querétaro
Goals: ~1.0 per match | Coronel involved in high proportion of team goals | Passing accuracy: ~78%
Pachuca
Goals: ~1.23 per match | Cádiz leads scoring, Idrissi creative support | Possession/pass accuracy: ~82%

Expected Goals (xG) & Quality Metrics

Match-Level xG Tendencies

From a recent H2H match (Pachuca 0–2 Querétaro, 20 Sep 2025), Pachuca had ~0.81 xG vs Querétaro’s ~1.51 xG — Querétaro historically got higher-probability chances in that game.
Broader analysis: both teams produce similar attacking output recently — Querétaro ~1.45 xG at home, Pachuca ~1.29 xG away — competitive but not explosive shot quality.

Summary: What the Advanced Stats Suggest

Metric	Pachuca	Querétaro
xG per match	Slightly higher	Slight to moderate
Shots per match	More (~14)	Fewer (~9)
Shots on target	More (~4.5)	Moderate (~3.4)
Possession %	Higher (~52%)	Lower (~37%)
Pass accuracy	Higher (~83%)	Lower (~76%)
Chance creation emphasis	Build-up → box	Quick transitions

Overall, advanced metrics suggest Pachuca maintain more control in possession and build-up, while Querétaro rely on quicker transitions and high-quality individual chances to create opportunities.

FAQ's

1. When did Querétaro last beat Pachuca?

Querétaro’s most recent victory over Pachuca came on 21 September 2025, with a 2‑0 win in a Liga MX clash.

2. What is the all-time head-to-head record?

Across 41 competitive matches, Pachuca leads with 17 wins, Querétaro has 12 wins, and 12 matches ended in draws.

3. Where is the match played?

The fixture is hosted at Estadio La Corregidora, Santiago de Querétaro, the home stadium of Querétaro FC.

4. Who are the key players to watch in this match?

Querétaro: Mateo Coronel, Pablo Barrera, Rodrigo Bogarín.
Pachuca: Jhonder Cádiz, Alonso Aceves, Oussama Idrissi. These players are central to their teams’ attacking and creative output.

5. What is the expected outcome or predicted scoreline?

Based on recent form, tactical setups, and statistics, Pachuca are slight favorites, but a tight 1‑0 or 1‑1 scoreline is likely. Most models also suggest under 2.5 goals for this matchup.

Conclusion

This Liga MX clash promises a tight, competitive encounter. Pachuca enter with a slight edge due to their possession control, tactical discipline, and consistent attacking outlets, while Querétaro rely on home advantage, compact defensive organisation, and opportunistic counter-attacks. Historical data shows a balanced rivalry, with low-scoring, closely contested matches being the norm.