The Leagues Cup 2026 has its finalists: Toluca and Monterrey, marking the first time under the current tournament format that two Mexican teams will vie for the championship. The match is set for Sunday, September 6, in Houston, where the victor will not only claim the trophy but also secure a direct spot in the Round of 16 of the Concacaf Champions Cup 2027.
Toluca advanced to the final by defeating León, while Monterrey overcame América. Both teams now aim to conclude their tournament participation with an additional international trophy.
For the final, Monterrey’s head coach Matías Almeyda has confirmed the following lineup: E. Andrada (goalkeeper), R. Chávez, G. Arteaga, V. Guzmán, L. Ocampos, O. Torres, D. Rossi, C. Salcedo, J. Corona (captain), O. Pineda, and H. Cuypers.
The kickoff is scheduled for 7:15 PM Central Mexico Time on September 6, and fans will learn who becomes the first Mexican champion of the Leagues Cup.
Toluca’s confirmed lineup includes: Hugo González (goalkeeper), Franco Romero, Federico Pereira, Nicolás Castro, Alexis Vega (captain), Jesús Ángulo, Hélio Nunes, Federico Viñas, Brian García, Jesús Gallardo, and Everardo López.
This encounter will not be the first final between Toluca and Monterrey; their previous championship clash occurred in the Apertura 2005, where Toluca secured a 6-3 aggregate victory.
Viewers can watch the Leagues Cup final at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston, Texas, starting at 7:15 PM Central Mexico Time. Fans wishing to follow the match can do so via Apple TV.
In the meantime, León and América will also compete for third place on September 6, with the additional reward of qualifying for the Concacaf Champions Cup 2027 at stake.
Source: www.infobae.com
