América vs. Chivas: Time, TV Channel, and How to Watch Clásico Nacional Liga MX 2026

Table Standings and Immediate Stakes

Only a single point separates the two rivals in the standings, according to league match data. Chivas enters the weekend occupying second place in the table with 17 points, maintaining a five-match undefeated streak in league play that includes a 3-0 victory over Pumas in their previous outing. Club América sits right behind in third place with 16 points. The team is looking to rebound immediately following a high-scoring 4-3 defeat against Cruz Azul, turning their focus directly toward their historic rival to reclaim lost ground in the title race.

Broadcast Options and How to Watch Live

Fans wanting to follow the action live can access broadcasts through multiple channels depending on their location, as detailed by match guides from TUDN. In Mexico, the Clásico Nacional will be televised on Canal 5 and TUDN, with digital streaming coverage provided through the ViX platform. The fixture marks another chapter in the storied rivalry hosted at the venue formerly known as the Estadio Azteca.

Recent Head-to-Head History

Statistical records cited by TUDN highlight that Chivas enters this weekend holding a three-match unbeaten run against América in Liga MX competition. That sequence began following a 1-0 result in favor of América during the Apertura 2024 tournament, secured by a goal from Ramón Juárez. Since then, the ledger shows two victories for the Guadalajara side and one draw. Notable prior results at the venue include a 1-2 victory for Chivas featuring goals from ‘Piojo’ Alvarado and ‘Hormiga’ González.