The wait is over for true fans. This Tuesday, August 4, the excitement kicks off with the start of the 2026 Leagues Cup, the tournament that will pit the pride of Liga MX against the might of Major League Soccer (MLS).
For just over a month, 36 clubs (18 Mexican and 18 U.S./Canadian) will engage in a no-holds-barred battle spanning 62 matches to determine once and for all who rules the region. The grand final and the third-place match are scheduled for Sunday, September 6.
The Battle Schedule
So you don’t miss a single detail of this sporting war, here are the tournament’s key dates:
- Group Stage: August 4–13.
- Quarterfinals: August 25–27.
- Semifinals: September 1 and 2.
- Grand Final: September 6.
Where to Watch the Leagues Cup? (Great News for Your Wallet)
This year brings a major change that fans will celebrate. The primary global platform will continue to be Apple TV, which will stream all 62 matches live in Mexico and more than 100 countries.
However, no more double charges! The biggest change for the 2026 edition is that the matches will be included in the basic Apple TV subscription. Users will no longer need to purchase an additional package or pass to enjoy the tournament on their phones, tablets, consoles, or smart TVs.
“Starting this year, Apple TV subscribers will be able to enjoy all the matches without any additional payment.”
Free soccer! Matches on free-to-air TV
If you don’t have the streaming platform, don’t worry. Mexican TV networks have secured the rights to broadcast some of the most exciting first-round matches on free-to-air and pay TV. Imagen Televisión, Canal 9, and TUDN will be bringing the excitement to your screen.
Mark these confirmed matchups on your calendar:
- Toluca vs. Seattle Sounders: Wednesday, August 5, at 8:00 p.m. (Imagen TV).
- América vs. San Diego FC: Thursday, August 6, at 8:00 p.m. (Canal 9, TUDN, and Imagen TV).
- Cruz Azul vs. New York City FC: Sunday, August 9, at 5:30 p.m. (Imagen TV).
- Tigres vs. Vancouver Whitecaps: Tuesday, August 11, at 8:00 p.m. (Imagen TV).
