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CAS to review appeal from five Mexican clubs on pro/rel issue

ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 5:26 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

CAS to review appeal from five Mexican clubs on pro/rel issue

Summary

Five clubs from Mexico's second division filed an appeal against the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) and Liga MX regarding promotion and relegation. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) confirmed the appeal on August 14, 2026. This situation comes amid ongoing discussions about the structure of professional soccer in Mexico, emphasizing the clubs' concerns over fairness in promotion and relegation practices. The outcome of the CAS hearing may significantly affect future policies in Liga MX and the second division.

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Key Details

•Five clubs from the second division filed an appeal.
•The appeal targets the Mexican Football Federation and Liga MX.
•CAS confirmed the hearing on August 14, 2026.
•The appeal addresses promotion and relegation practices.
•Outcome may influence future policies in Mexican soccer.

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6:16 PMESPN Soccer — CAS to hear pro/rel appeal from 5 Mexico clubs

What they're saying

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Five clubs from Mexico's second division have filed an appeal against the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) and top-flight Liga MX regarding promotion and relegation, the CAS confirmed to ESPN on Friday.
— ESPN Soccerby Cesar Hernandez

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