Mexican football clubs protest FMF decision to end promotion

Mexican football is facing widespread protests following the Federación Mexicana de Fútbol's (FMF) decision to permanently abolish the promotion and relegation system. The decision, ratified for the 2026-27 season, explicitly states that Liga MX clubs will not be relegated and Expansion MX clubs will not be promoted.

Clubs such as Cancún FC and Atlético Morelia have expressed significant grievances. Giovanni Solazzi, president of Cancún FC, stated the move violates the conditions under which his investors joined the league, arguing that the decision