Juan Jasso, from 'so near' to becoming a 'serial champion'

Today, the Red-and-White Nation remembers one of the greatest legends in Guadalajara’s history. On August 21, 1926, JuanJasso was born, a footballer who was a fundamental part of the legendary ‘Campeonísimo’ and who left an unforgettable mark on the team he loved.

On this very special date, we look back at some of the moments that defined ‘Bigotón’’s journey with Chivas and made him one of the club’s greatest icons.

The best moments of Juan Jasso with Guadalajara

1. The perseverance that made him a legend

Jasso was part of the red-and-white squad known as the ‘Almost There’ team, which came close to winning the league title. However, starting in the 1956-1957 season, already known as ‘Bigotón’ and established as a leader of the Guadalajara side, he became a key part of the backbone of the ‘Campeonísimo’, as a member of the Red-and-White squad that won the seven league championships achieved during that period.

2. More than two decades of loyalty

The midfielder devoted 21 years of his life to Guadalajara, becoming one of the players with the longest careers in the institution. His stay of more than two decades reflected the loyalty and unconditional commitment he always showed toward the Sacred Flock.

3. A trophy haul for the ages

‘Bigotón’ collected 15 official titles with Guadalajara: seven league titles, one Copa México, six Campeón de Campeones titles, and one Concacaf title. It was a collection of triumphs that reflected his winning character and his passion for making Guadalajara the most important team in Mexico.

4. A farewell worthy of his legacy

His brilliant career as a Chivas player came to an end in Matchday 14 of the 1966-1967 season. On Sunday, October 23, 1966, Jasso played his final match in a 3-0 victory over Ciudad Madero and said goodbye to the pitch by contributing to the scoreline with the second goal of the match, converted from the penalty spot in the 32nd minute.

For everything you gave to these colors, today the Red-and-White Nation remembers you with admiration and sends you a hug up to heaven, ‘Bigotón’.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.