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Liga MX Liguilla Race: 8 Teams Vie for 3 Spots!
22 Apr
Summary
- Eight teams are competing for the final three Liguilla spots.
- América, Atlas, and León are tightly grouped in the standings.
- Tigres, Tijuana, Necaxa, Juárez, and Querétaro face must-win scenarios.
The Clausura 2026 Liga MX Liguilla playoff race is reaching a fever pitch, with eight teams still mathematically in contention for the final three available spots. As the regular season enters its final two matchdays, the competition is fierce.
América currently occupies sixth place with 22 points, narrowly ahead of Atlas and León on goal difference. These three clubs are locked in a direct struggle, with each needing at least one victory in their remaining games and favorable results from rivals.
Tigres sit precariously in ninth place with 21 points, just one point shy of the playoff zone. Their immediate focus is on a crucial match against Atlas, followed by a season closer against Mazatlán.
Tijuana is three points behind the Liguilla cutoff, facing a do-or-die scenario in their upcoming match against Pachuca. A loss would likely eliminate them from postseason contention.
Necaxa, with 17 points, requires a near-perfect finish, needing at least four points from their final two fixtures, while also depending on multiple teams above them to falter.
Juárez and Querétaro, both on 16 points, have an even steeper uphill battle. They must win their remaining two games and hope for several other clubs to lose both of theirs to have a realistic chance.
