In a bold move that signals a significant shift in North American soccer, Liga MX president Mikel Arriola announced on Sunday a revamped format for the Leagues Cup, set to take effect in 2025. This announcement is poised to reshape the landscape of inter-league competitions between Liga MX and Major League Soccer (MLS), addressing past
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As the soccer world gears up for the 2025 Leagues Cup, excitement is palpable among fans, players, and clubs participating in this unique tournament. Featuring teams from both Liga MX and Major League Soccer (MLS), the month-long competition promises thrilling matchups that fans have eagerly come to expect. However, uncertainty looms as scheduling conflicts with
Cucho Hernández, the standout player for the Columbus Crew, showcased his exceptional skills once again in the Leagues Cup final against LAFC. With two remarkable goals, including a game-winning strike in the 92nd minute, Hernández led his team to a thrilling 3-1 victory, claiming the prestigious trophy. This victory marked the Crew’s second consecutive win
LAFC and Columbus Crew have clinched their spots in the highly anticipated Leagues Cup final after strong performances in the semifinals. The stage is now set for a rematch of the thrilling 2023 MLS Cup final, where the Crew emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over LAFC. Both teams will once again face off in
LAFC’s head coach, Steven Cherundolo, has confirmed that French striker Olivier Giroud will be making his debut for the MLS team in the Leagues Cup match against the San Jose Earthquakes. Despite signing Giroud on a free transfer in April, he only officially joined the team in August after his participation in the European Championship
Inter Miami is gearing up for a crucial Group N matchup against Liga MX powerhouse Tigres UANL in the 2024 Leagues Cup. While both teams have already secured their spots in the next round of the tournament with early victories over Puebla, the battle for the top seed is still up for grabs. Inter Miami,
The Leagues Cup match between D.C. United and Santos Laguna, originally scheduled to take place at Audi Field on July 31, has been forced to relocate to Philadelphia Union’s Subaru Park. This decision was made due to the unsatisfactory state of the pitch at Audi Field, which has raised concerns about the safety and health
Inter Miami CF recently announced the contract extension of winger Robert Taylor through the 2026 Major League Soccer season, with an option for 2027. Taylor, who joined the team in 2022 from SK Brann, has quickly become a key player for the club. With 100 appearances, 16 goals, and 19 assists, Taylor has proved his
Inter Miami defender Sergio Busquets and Club León’s Andrés Guardado have expressed their support for the Leagues Cup format. They particularly favor the elimination of extra time and the direct move to penalty shootouts in case of a tied match. According to the Leagues Cup rules, games that end in a tie at full time
Lionel Messi’s move to Major League Soccer was a game-changer for the sport’s growth in the U.S. Coming off an unprecedented sports deal, the Argentine superstar faced the challenge of meeting high expectations as he joined Inter Miami CF. With the Copa America taking place on American soil, Messi had the opportunity to compete for
The highly anticipated 2024 Leagues Cup tournament is set to kick off on July 26, featuring a thrilling clash between Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami CF and Tigres, a Mexican powerhouse. In addition, the LA Galaxy and San Jose Earthquakes will face off against Liga MX giant Chivas. This “World-Cup style” competition brings together all 47