Xolos Announce Their 2026 Leagues Cup Schedule

Tijuana, March 5. — One of the most controversial tournaments in recent years is undoubtedly the Leagues Cup, the competition that brings together teams from Liga MX and MLS in a high-intensity tournament that has sparked debate since its creation.

A tournament surrounded by controversy

One of the most discussed aspects of the competition has been that matches were played exclusively in the United States. However, for this edition, the rules will change, with some matches set to take place in Mexico, specifically in Mexico City, Monterrey, and Toluca.

This change aims to bring more balance to the tournament and increase excitement for fans on both sides of the border.

Xolos’ history in the Leagues Cup

For Club Tijuana, commonly known as Xolos, the tournament has not produced the best results so far. Since the creation of the Leagues Cup, the border club has struggled to find consistent success.

Their first victory in the competition only came in the most recent edition, when they defeated Colorado Rapids 2-1, marking a significant milestone for the team in the tournament.

A potential cross-border rivalry against San Diego FC

For the 2026 Leagues Cup, Xolos’ schedule appears manageable on paper, with matchups against Austin FC and Portland.

However, the match that could attract the most attention will be against San Diego FC, a game that could evolve into a true cross-border rivalry, given the geographic proximity between the two cities and the growing soccer culture in the region.

Xolos 2026 Leagues Cup Schedule

Thursday, August 6
Xolos vs Austin FC
Q2 Stadium

Sunday, August 9
Xolos vs San Diego FC
Snapdragon Stadium

Thursday, August 13
Xolos vs Portland
Providence Park

A tournament aiming to grow

The 2026 Leagues Cup will be played between August 4 and September 6, and the addition of matches in Mexico could bring an extra level of excitement to a tournament that continues to grow in importance within the calendars of both Liga MX and MLS.