Cruz Azul are set to host Pumas in the first leg of the Liga MX Clausura 2026 final. The match is a title-bout between two historic Mexican soccer heavyweights.
The final promises to deliver fireworks as both teams will be eager to strike first.
Pumas Aim for First Title in 15 Years
Pumas are looking to secure their eighth Liga MX title and first in 15 years. They finished as the top seed in the regular season and have massively exceeded expectations this season. Efraín Juárez’s side have vanquished their biggest rivals Club América and then Pachuca on the road to the final.
Pumas are on the verge of glory.
Cruz Azul Seek Elusive Tenth Title
Cruz Azul have been knocking on the door of their 10th Liga MX crown over the last two years. They have been semifinalists in each of the last six seasons. No team has more wins than La Máquina in that span.
With Joel Huiqui at the helm, Cruz Azul can visualise climbing that final peak. All that’s missing to validate the project is that much desired league title.
Rivalry in the Heart of Mexico City
These two teams have formed a bitter rivalry in the heart of Mexico City. They are members of the Liga MX’s “big four”. They both have some of the largest, most passionate fanbases in the country.
Where to Watch the Final
The Liga MX Clausura 2026 final will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network in the United States. The game is also available on fuboTV.
Fans that want to watch the Spanish coverage of the match in the U.S. can do so via TUDN and Univision. ViX is the streaming alternative.
In Mexico, the game will be nationally televised through Canal 5 and Azteca 7. TUDN is also an option, and the first leg of the final can also be streamed on ViX and Azteca Deportes.
Second Leg Details
Pumas will host Cruz Azul in the return leg at the Estadio Olímpico Universitario. Both teams shared that stadium throughout 2025.
Kickoff is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET on Sunday, May 24. A new champion of Mexico’s top-flight will be crowned.
The decisive second leg of the Clausura 2026 final is where one team will be crowned Liga MX champions.