MEXICO CITY — The Apertura 2018 regular season is about to end. With only four match weeks left, the Liguilla (the name used for the playoffs) is not fully defined yet. Many clubs still have a real shot of contending for the title. That’s why Liga MX fans are looking forward to an exciting conclusion.
We look at what each one of the 18 clubs must do to qualify for the eight spots.
THESE TEAMS CONTROL THEIR DESTINY
1. Club America (27 points)
The Aguilas have arguably punched their ticket…
Diego Maradona coached Argentina to a World Cup round-of-16 win over Mexico in 2010.
EDITOR’S NOTE: This was originally published in Spanish and translated from ESPN Mexico. Find the original here.
Diego Maradona is headed to Mexico to become manager of second-tier club Sinaloa Dorados. Despite that surprise appointment, the man considered by many to be the best footballer ever has a long history linking him with the country.
However, as you might expect when it comes to Maradona, it is a relationship that has had its ups and downs.
Lifted the World Cup and raised the Hand…
As Liga MX gets underway for the 2018 Apertura season, it’s vital that the league captures fans’ imaginations after a fun World Cup..
Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in Spanish on ESPN Mexico. Find the original here.
MEXICO CITY — Without even thinking about it, Javier Hernandez said one of the most memorable phrases of the Russia World Cup when he said that Mexico should “imagine amazing things,” in reference to what El Tri could achieve in that tournament.
In that spirit, ESPN FC has taken on that famous Chicharito quote and applied it to Liga MX in order to imagine new situations for the coming season, such…
Santos will miss Djaniny’s goals after his shocking offseason move to Saudi Arabia side Al-Ahli.
Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in Spanish on ESPN Mexico. Find the original here.
MEXICO CITY — The summer transfer window is still open for Liga MX and it’s been nothing short of shocking. Djaniny Tavares, who became league champion and finished as top scorer at the 2018 Clausura tournament, has left for Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli. The Cape Verde striker therefore joins a small list of players who contributed goals to their former sides and league and now, team executives are…
Rodolfo Pizarro immediately adds a deep scoring threat to Monterrey having left Chivas.
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CANCUN, Mexico — This week Liga MX celebrated its traditional draft, with clubs announcing transfers and signings. Here are some of the major moves.
Rodolfo Pizarro, FW, to Monterrey
Monterrey paid millions to obtain the services of the prized forward. Recently, ESPN reported Pizarro’s transfer to Rayados, which became official on June 7.
Carlos Pena, MF, to Necaxa
Despite undergoing rehab for alcoholism,…
Santos keep producing top talent through the youth ranks, a key to their success.
Editor’s Note: this story was originally published on ESPN Mexico.
Santos has achieved seven Championships at different levels in Mexican soccer over the past five years. Only a couple of those, the 2013 and 2015 Clausura tournaments, went to its Primera Division side. The rest is divided among Santos’ U-17 and U-20 squads, which have become a veritable “Warrior Factory” for top talent.
At the U-17 tournament, Santos has played in five of the 12 most recent final matches. However, they have…