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MLS & Liga MX Clash: Stars Ignite Leagues Cup!
5 Aug
Summary
- 36 teams from MLS and Liga MX compete in the tournament.
- Tournament features a no-ties format with penalty shootouts.
- Three spots in the 2027 CONCACAF Champions Cup are at stake.
The summer soccer spectacle continues with the Leagues Cup, pitting select teams from Major League Soccer against their Liga MX counterparts. A total of 36 teams are participating in this year's edition, which commenced on August 4th and runs through September 6th. The competition is divided into two phases: a round-robin group stage from August 4th to August 13th, followed by knockout rounds from August 25th to September 6th.
Each match in the Leagues Cup guarantees a winner, employing a no-ties format with three points for a regulation win and two points for a penalty shootout victory. The tournament offers significant stakes, with the winner earning a Round of 16 spot in the 2027 CONCACAF Champions Cup, providing a pathway to the FIFA Club World Cup.
Star power is abundant, with Lionel Messi expected to feature for Inter Miami, aiming to replicate their 2023 championship success. Other notable players include Son Heung-min, Thomas Mueller, Antoine Griezmann, and Robert Lewandowski. The competition also highlights emerging talent and provides a platform for several players from recent World Cup squads.
