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Leagues Cup returns with Liga MX teams hosting MLS rivals in August

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 1:31 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Leagues Cup returns with Liga MX teams hosting MLS rivals in August

Summary

The Leagues Cup is set to start on August 4, featuring matches between MLS and Liga MX teams. Cincinnati will face Pachuca on August 5, while Columbus will meet Atlas. Inter Miami is highlighted as a standout team, having reached recent finals and seeking to win the tournament for a second time. The new format allows Liga MX clubs to host games, providing an opportunity for these teams to reclaim regional pride after MLS dominance in the past three editions. Qualification for the 2027 Concacaf Champions Cup is also at stake for participating teams.

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By the Numbers

•Leagues Cup kicks off August 4 with MLS and Liga MX matchups.
•Cincinnati vs. Pachuca and Columbus vs. Atlas on August 5.
•Inter Miami aims for a second Leagues Cup title.
•Liga MX teams host games in the modern format.
•Teams competing for a place in the 2027 Concacaf Champions Cup.

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What they're saying

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Leagues Cup is back in August as North America's top teams go head-to-head for regional bragging rights. In an exciting twist, a select few MLS teams will have to travel south to face Liga MX teams o...
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