As the Clausura 2026 season reaches its climax, Liga MX prepares for Jornada 17 – the final matchday of the regular phase that will determine the last spots in the Liguilla. With playoff implications hanging in the balance for several clubs, fans across Mexico and around the world are eager to know how to follow every minute of the action.
According to the official Liga MX calendar published by Mediottiempo, Jornada 17 kicks off on Friday, April 24, 2026, with a single match between Puebla and Querétaro at 9:00 p.m. Local time. The remainder of the fixtures will be played across Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, completing the regular season before the postseason begins.
The opening match features two teams already eliminated from Liguilla contention, but it sets the stage for a weekend filled with high-stakes encounters. Puebla hosts Querétaro at Estadio Cuauhtémoc in Puebla, with the game broadcast nationally on Azteca 7, Azteca Deportes Network, and FOX One.
Saturday’s schedule begins at 5:00 p.m. With two simultaneous matches: Pachuca hosting Pumas UNAM at Estadio Hidalgo, and Tigres facing Mazatlán at Estadio Universitario. Both games carry significant weight, as Pachuca and Tigres are actively competing for positioning, while Pumas and Mazatlán fight to keep their slim hopes alive.
At 7:00 p.m., Toluca takes on León at Estadio Nemesio Díez, and Chivas hosts Tijuana at Estadio Akron – both matchups featuring clubs still in the hunt for a playoff berth. Later that evening, América squares off against Atlas at Estadio Azteca in a classic rivalry game, while FC Juárez hosts San Luis at Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez. All four 7:00 p.m. And 9:00 p.m. Saturday matches will be available via league broadcast partners, with specific channels to be confirmed closer to kickoff.
Sunday’s action opens at 5:00 p.m. With Santos Laguna hosting Monterrey at Estadio Corona, followed by the highly anticipated Cruz Azul–Necaxa clash at 7:00 p.m. At Estadio Banorte in Guadalupe, Nuevo León. This venue change was recently confirmed by official sources, with Cruz Azul set to close its regular season campaign at the home of Tigres’ alternate stadium due to scheduling and logistical arrangements.
The Cruz Azul–Necaxa match holds particular importance, as both teams enter the final day within striking distance of a Liguilla spot. Cruz Azul, currently sitting in fourth place with 30 points, needs a win to solidify its position, while Necaxa, just outside the cutoff in 13th place with 18 points, requires a victory and favorable results elsewhere to sneak into the postseason.
Current standings, as reported by TUDN’s Liga MX positioning tracker, show Guadalajara leading the table with 35 points, followed by Pumas UNAM and Pachuca tied at 33 points. Toluca sits sixth with 27 points, while América and Atlas are locked in a battle for seventh and eighth – the final automatic qualification spots – with 25 and 23 points respectively.
For viewers in the United States and other international markets, select matches will be carried on traditional broadcast partners and streaming platforms affiliated with Liga MX’s media rights holders. Fans are encouraged to check local listings or the official Liga MX app for real-time updates on channel assignments and streaming options.
With the Liguilla set to begin shortly after Jornada 17 concludes, every goal, save, and tactical decision this weekend could alter the postseason landscape. As the regular season draws to a close, Liga MX delivers one final weekend of drama where legends are made and dreams are either realized or deferred.
Stay tuned to Archysport for continued coverage of the Liguilla quarterfinals, including match previews, live updates, and in-depth analysis as Liga MX pursues its next champion.
Next checkpoint: Official Liguilla matchup announcement following the conclusion of Jornada 17 on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
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