The Liga MX enters its most intense and exciting stage, as after quarterfinals full of controversy, comebacks and goals, the semifinals of the Clausura 2026 were defined, a phase that promises to paralyze millions of fans both in Mexico and the United States.
Pumas, Chivas, Cruz Azul and Pachuca are still alive in the fight for the Mexican soccer championship. Interestingly, the four best teams from the regular phase managed to advance, reflecting the consistency they showed throughout the tournament.
The semifinals of the Clausura 2026 are as follows
According to the general table, Pumas UNAM, leaders of the championship, will face Pachuca, fourth place in the tournament.
On the other side of the bracket, Chivas will face Cruz Azul in a series that generates enormous expectation among two of the country’s biggest and most popular fans.
Liga MX has officially confirmed dates, times and venues for both semifinals:
First leg
Cruz Azul vs Chivas
Wednesday, May 13 – 8:00 PM (10:00 PM ET)
Estadio Azteca (Banorte Stadium)
Pachuca vs Pumas
Thursday, May 14 – 7:00 PM (9:00 PM ET)
Estadio Hidalgo
Second leg
Chivas vs Cruz Azul
Saturday, May 16 – 7:07 PM (9:07 PM ET)
Estadio Jalisco
Pumas vs Pachuca
Sunday, May 17 – 7:00 PM (9:00 PM ET)
Estadio Olímpico Universitario
Chivas leaves the Akron for the 2026 World Cup
One of the news that surprised fans the most is that Chivas will not play home games at the Akron Stadium.
Guadalajara will play the second leg against Cruz Azul at the historic Jalisco Stadium due to final preparations for the 2026 World Cup.
The Zapopan building must be handed over to FIFA for inspections and adjustments prior to the World Cup.
The stadium will be one of the official venues of the tournament and will host international matches in the group stage, including a game of the Mexican National Team.
Among the games scheduled at the Akron are:
Mexico vs South Korea
Uruguay vs Spain
South Korea vs Czech Republic
The situation has generated nostalgia among many red-and-white fans, as the Jalisco Stadium was Chivas’ historic home for decades (Filed under: Liga MX semifinales Clausura 2026).
The four best teams from the regular season managed to advance
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Why will Cruz Azul play at the Azteca?
Unlike Chivas, Cruz Azul will be able to play its home game at the Azteca Stadium.
The official deadline for handing over the property to FIFA will still allow the first leg of the match to take place.
After the match, the stadium will be fully available for the final adjustments in preparation for the 2026 World Cup.
The Azteca will be one of the most important venues for the World Cup and will host group stage matches.
In addition to direct elimination matches (Filed as: Liga MX semifinales Clausura 2026).
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