KSL: Legendary Mexican club Chivas de Guadalajara faces Real Salt Lake Oct. 7 Legendary Mexican club Chivas de Guadalajara faces Real Salt Lake Oct. 7 December 13 - The Fire transferred Chicago native and homegrown midfielder Brian Gutierrez to Club Deportivo Guadalajara for what the MLS club called a "multi-million-dollar transfer fee." The ...

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Sports Illustrated: Deportivo LSM: Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez's Partnership Evolves Off the Pitch Inter Miami teammates Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez have launched a new Uruguayan soccer club called Deportivo LSM. The team, named after the two forwards’ initials, will compete in Division D, the ... Deportivo LSM: Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez's Partnership Evolves Off the Pitch Guadalajara (/ ˌɡwɑːdələˈhɑːrə / GWAH-də-lə-HAR-ə, [5] Spanish: [ɡwaðalaˈxaɾa] ⓘ) is the capital and the most populous city [6] in the western Mexican state of Jalisco, as well as the most densely populated municipality in Jalisco. A first-timer’s guide to the best things to do in Guadalajara, Mexico, with can’t-miss Centro sights, Museo Cabañas, Tlaquepaque, Colonia Americana cafés, and tequila day trips.

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The inland city of Guadalajara is bursting with history and culture. Many attractions are in the city's historic center and in the neighboring city of Zapopan. Museums, parks and churches flourish alongside bullfights, rodeos and soccer (futbol). Guadalajara was named of the best cities in Mexico by Travel + Leisure readers in 2025. Here's the ultimate guide to the city, including the best hotels, restaurants, shops, and things to do.

Final Thoughts

Guadalajara, city, capital of Jalisco state, west-central Mexico. It lies roughly in the center of the state, in the Atemajac Valley near the Rio Grande de Santiago, at an elevation of about 5,100 feet (1,550 meters). Learn more about Guadalajara in this article, including its history and economy.