Liga MX Standings Heat Up As Playoff Race Nears Climax

Liga MX Standings Heat Up As Playoff Race Nears Climax...

The Liga MX standings are trending in the U.S. today as the 2026 Clausura tournament enters its decisive final stretch. With just two matchdays remaining, seven teams are battling for four remaining playoff spots, drawing heightened interest from American soccer fans.

Club América currently leads the table with 33 points, followed closely by Monterrey (31) and Tigres UANL (30). The tight race has sparked intense debates among supporters, particularly in border states with strong Liga MX followings like California, Texas, and Arizona.

Tonight's key matchup between Chivas Guadalajara and Cruz Azul could determine playoff fates for both clubs. Chivas sits fifth with 27 points while Cruz Azul clings to the eighth and final postseason position with 25 points.

The surge in U.S. interest comes as Liga MX continues to outperform MLS in American television ratings. Last weekend's matches averaged 1.2 million viewers across Univision and TUDN, nearly double MLS's average audience.

Several U.S. national team players are involved in the playoff push, including Alejandro Zendejas (América) and Brandon Vázquez (Monterrey). Their performances are being closely watched ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which Mexico will co-host with the U.S. and Canada.

The final regular season matches will be played May 7-8, with the Liguilla playoffs beginning May 11. This year's champion will earn a spot in the expanded 2025 Club World Cup, adding extra stakes to the tournament's conclusion.