If there is one player who represents the values of Guadalajara, it is Jesús 'Chapo' Sánchez, who on a day like today, but 14 years ago, made his debut in the First Division with the red and white jersey and since then has been an example of persistence, commitment and love for our institution.
This August 7 is very special for the player from Sonora, as he has joined a very select club of historic red and white players, as 'Chapo' is already the fourth player who has belonged to Chivas for the most consecutive years.
Juan Jasso is the player who has played uninterruptedly in the institution for the longest period of time, as he played for 20 years and 7 months. The second place belongs to Sabás Ponce with a period of 15 years and 1 month. Isidoro Díaz is in third place in this list thanks to his 14 years and 4 months with the red and white team.
Jesús Sanchez, with 14 years, surpasses goalkeeper Gilberto 'Coco' Rodríguez, who is the fifth member of this select club with 13 years and 8 months.
Below, we present a series of highlights in the career of 'Chapo'.
- His debut in the maximum circuit took place on August 7, 2010, in the duel between Chivas and San Luis, which took place at the Alfonso Lastras Stadium. On that day, Sánchez started as a starter and played the entire match.
- Jesús Sánchez has made his entire career wearing only Guadalajara's colors.
- His first goal with the Guadalajara jersey came on Day 11 of the 2010 Apertura, when he scored against Querétaro at the Corregidora.
- Chapo' began his career playing as a winger, but during Matías Almeyda's tenure at the Rebaño, he switched to the right wing.
- His professional record includes 5 championships: 1 Liga MX title (CL17), 2 Copa MX (AP15 and CL17), 1 Supercopa MX (AP15-CL16) and 1 Concacaf Champions Cup (2018).
Jesús Sánchez's numbers as a professional soccer player.
- 342 games played
- 237 games as a starter
- 20,498 minutes played
- 4 goals scored
