# MLS and Liga MX Leagues Cup knockout stage > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mls-and-liga-mx-leagues-cup-competition > Updated: 2026-08-26T18:06:00.000Z. Sources: 77. Developments: 3. The 2026 Leagues Cup has transitioned into its knockout stage, featuring 36 clubs from Liga MX and Major League Soccer. The tournament, which offers three direct qualifying spots for the 2027 Concacaf Champions Cup and a $2 million prize for the winner, is scheduled to conclude on September 6. In a historic shift, Liga MX clubs have secured all four spots in the semifinals, marking the first time in the tournament’s history that no MLS teams remain in the final four. This sweep follows three consecutive years of MLS championship dominance. Club América advanced to the semifinals after a 2-0 victory over Columbus Crew. Raphael Veiga opened the scoring with a long-distance strike, and Brian Rodríguez secured the win with a second goal. Goalkeeper Rodolfo Cota also played a crucial role by saving a penalty. América is set to face Monterrey in the next round. Toluca secured their place with a 2-0 win against Austin FC. Goals from Helinho, scored via a penalty, and Jorge Díaz-Price ensured the victory. Austin FC struggled after receiving two red cards, issued to Joseph Rosales and Ilie Sánchez. Toluca will face Club León in the semifinals. León previously advanced following a 3-0 win against Real Salt Lake. Under current rules, if matches remain tied after 90 minutes, the winner will be decided directly by a penalty shootout with no extra time played. ## Claims - Toluca and Austin FC will face each other in the Leagues Cup 2026 quarterfinals. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The match is scheduled for Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET. (corroborated by 3 sources) - MLS teams won the 2023, 2024, and 2025 Leagues Cup editions. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The game will take place at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Apple TV via MLS Season Pass is the exclusive broadcaster for the match. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Austin FC remains unbeaten in the tournament so far. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Club América currently leads the Liga MX Apertura tournament. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Columbus Crew has lost three consecutive matches in MLS prior to this fixture. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The Leagues Cup quarterfinal match between Club América and Columbus Crew will take place at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The match is scheduled for August 26, 2026, at 20:45 Mexico City time. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Guillermo Almada is the manager of Club América. (corroborated by 2 sources) - MLS teams have 23 victories in the current Leagues Cup compared to 15 for Liga MX teams. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-26: Liga MX clubs sweep into Leagues Cup 2026 semifinals Liga MX clubs América, Toluca, Monterrey, and León have secured all four semifinal spots in the Leagues Cup 2026, eliminating all MLS competitors from the tournament. 24 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/club-amrica-and-columbus-crew-face-off-in-leagues-cup-quarterfinals ### 2026-08-24: Leagues Cup 2026 quarterfinals feature Liga MX and MLS showdowns Leagues Cup 2026 quarterfinals feature Liga MX teams Monterrey and León advancing to the semifinals, while Toluca, América, and Austin FC prepare for decisive knockout matches. 27 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leagues-cup-enters-knockout-stage-with-liga-mx-and-mls-clubs ### 2026-08-11: Leagues Cup: Eight Liga MX teams remain in contention The Leagues Cup 2026 enters its final stages with only eight Liga MX teams remaining. Club León advanced after defeating Inter Miami, which saw the return of Lionel Messi but ultimately faced elimination. 44 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leagues-cup-2026-mls-teams-lead-liga-mx-in-group-stage-dominance --- Cite as: MLS and Liga MX Leagues Cup knockout stage. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/mls-and-liga-mx-leagues-cup-competition