Key Dates to Mark in Your Calendar
As the excitement builds for the upcoming football season, Liga MX has officially released the calendar for the Clausura 2026, a campaign promising intense action not just for the local title, but also as clubs manage their squads to comply with the Concacaf Champions League.
- Tournament Start: Friday, January 9
- End of Regular Season: Sunday, April 26
- Play-In/Liguilla Phase: Begins May 2 and 3
- Grand Final: Sunday, May 24
View the complete Clausura 2026 calendar here
The Main Attraction: Mexico’s Clásicos
The tournament will feature a special February 14, as fans celebrate love while in Guadalajara, the passion of the Clásico of Clásicos will unfold; Chivas will host America at the Estadio Akron at 9:00 PM.
- Clásico de la 57 (Querétaro vs. San Luis): February 14, 5:00 PM
- Clásico Tapatío (Atlas vs. Chivas): March 7, 7:00 PM
- Clásico Regio (Tigres vs. Monterrey): March 7, 9:00 PM
- Clásico Capitalino (Pumas vs. America): March 21 at CU
- Clásico Joven (America vs. Cruz Azul): April 11, 9:00 PM
“Thrilling Matches” and Unfinished Business
The Clausura 2026 will also be marked by high-intensity matches that often decide the top spots in the table.
- Tigres vs. Pumas: Wednesday, January 14 (Jornada 2)
- Cruz Azul vs. Chivas: Saturday, February 21 (Jornada 7)
- America vs. Tigres: Saturday, February 28 (Jornada 8)
- Monterrey vs. Chivas: Saturday, March 21 (Jornada 12)
Revenge and Reunions on the Sidelines
For many, football always offers a second chance. Tigres and Toluca will face off soon (Jornada 3, January 17) after their recent final. Meanwhile, Monterrey will aim to avenge their semifinal elimination against the Diablos Rojos starting with Jornada 1 (January 10).
Reunions on the Sidelines
The intrigue won’t disappoint when coaches face their former teams. Keep an eye on these matches:
- León vs. Cruz Azul: Jornada 1 (January 10)
- Pumas vs. Toluca: Jornada 9 (March 3)
- Cruz Azul vs. Necaxa: Jornada 17 (April 26)
Friday Football and a Match to Catch Up On
For fans of “Viernes Botonero,” there will be constant action with teams like Mazatlán, Juárez, and Puebla taking center stage. Additionally, note that the match between Chivas and León (Jornada 9) has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 18 at 8:00 PM. Don’t miss it!
Key Questions and Answers
- Q: When does the Clausura 2026 start?
A: The tournament begins on Friday, January 9. - Q: What are some notable Clásicos in the Clausura 2026?
A: Key matches include the Clásico de la 57, Clásico Tapatío, Clásico Regio, Clásico Capitalino, and Clásico Joven. - Q: Which high-intensity matches should I watch in the Clausura 2026?
A: Keep an eye on Tigres vs. Pumas, Cruz Azul vs. Chivas, America vs. Tigres, and Monterrey vs. Chivas. - Q: When will some rescheduled or highly anticipated matches take place?
A: The rescheduled match between Chivas and León is on Wednesday, March 18 at 8:00 PM.
