Pumas will face Pachuca in the second leg of the Liga MX Clausura 2026 semifinal after a dramatic quarterfinal series. They advanced after a 6-6 aggregate draw against Club América, progressing due to their higher position in the general standings, having finished as leaders in the regular phase.
Pachuca’s Path to the Semifinal
Pachuca eliminated the two-time Mexican football champion, Deportivo Toluca FC, with a 3-0 aggregate victory. In the first leg of the semifinal, Pachuca secured a 1-0 victory against Pumas, with Oussama Idrissi scoring the only goal.
Pumas Must Overcome Deficit
Pumas are now compelled to win by any score to advance to the grand final. Anything less will see them eliminated. Efraín Juárez’s team will play Pachuca at Ciudad Universitaria. The match is scheduled for Sunday, 17 May at 21:00 (United States) and 19:00 (Mexico).
Where to Watch
In Mexico, Club Universidad Nacional’s home games are broadcast exclusively by TelevisaUnivision on its Vix Premium streaming platform and on TUDN and Canal 5. In the United States, fans can watch the matches on television and streaming services such as TUDN USA and Univisión.
Pumas will be aiming to overturn the deficit and secure their place in the Liga MX Clausura 2026 final.