The 61st edition of the Concacaf Champions Cup is underway, and clubs across North and Central America battling for regional supremacy and a spot in the 2029 Club World Cup.
The Concacaf Champions Cup is the premier tournament for North America, Central America, and the Caribbean, and acts as a path for regional teams to compete on the global stage.
The Cup features many tightly contested MLS vs. Liga MX matchups, including the Philadelphia Union vs. Club America in the Round of 16.
The winner of the 2026 tournament will receive an automatic bid to the 2029 Club World Cup, and the 2026 Intercontinental Cup.
Liga MX club Cruz Azul won their seventh Concacaf Champions Cup trophy in club history last season by defeating the Vancouver Whitecaps 5-0 in the Final.
Concacaf Champions Cup Format
The 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup is an expanded version of the tournament, and features 27 teams in a five-round knockout style tournament.
Each round, with the exception of the final, will be played across two legs. This format allows each team to play one match at home, and one away, and the winner on aggregate (combined score of both legs) moves on.
If a tie is level on aggregate after both legs, the second leg will feature extra time and eventually a penalty shootout.
The tournament features Round One, the Round of 16, Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and the Final.
Concacaf Champions Cup Qualification
Teams qualify for the Concacaf Champions Cup by finishing highly in their domestic leagues, and regional club cups.
Teams can earn qualification via MLS, Liga MX, Canadian Premier League, Caribbean Cup, and the Central American Cup.
2026 Concacaf Champions Cup Important Dates
The 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup began early February, and the final will take place on May 30, 2026.
Round 1: February 3-27, 2026
Round of 16: March 10-12, March 17-19, 2026
Quarterfinals: April 7-9, April 14-16, 2026
Semifinals: April 28-30, May 5-7, 2026
Final: May 30, 2026
Where to Watch the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup
The Concacaf Champions Cup is primarily broadcast on Fox Sports (FS1, FS2, FOX) in the United States. Spanish speaking broadcasts in the United States will be available on TUDN and ViX.
Some matches will also be available on bet365's Live Streaming Service for users with a funded account. (Not available in a states)
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