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ALL ABOUT THE LIGA MX CHAMPIONSHIP (MEXICO)

Liga MX is more than just a soccer competition: it's a national tradition that ignites emotions every weekend. Since its inception, it has been the stage for heroic feats, thrilling derbies, and players who became legends. With over 80 years of history, this tournament embodies the essence of Mexican soccer: grit, spectacle, and passion. In this article, we'll explore its origins, its most iconic teams, its international achievements, interesting statistics, and how it has established itself as one of the most followed leagues on the continent. If you live and breathe soccer, this journey through the history of Liga MX is sure to delight you.

The Beginnings of Professional Football in Mexico


Mexican football began to take shape at the beginning of the 20th century, when teams made up of English, Spanish, and Mexican workers played matches on makeshift pitches. It wasn't until 1943 that the first professional football league in Mexico was officially created, then known as the "Liga Mayor" (Major League). Teams such as América, Atlante, España, Marte, and Veracruz participated in that inaugural season. From that moment on, Mexican football began a journey that would lead it to become a national phenomenon.


From the Liga Mayor to the Modern Liga MX


For decades, the competition format changed, adapting to the needs of the country and the growth of football. In the 1970s the long tournament system was adopted, but it was in 1996 that the short tournament system (Winter and Summer) was implemented, which would later be renamed Apertura and Clausura. This format increased the excitement by awarding two champions per year, multiplying the classic matches and memorable finals.


  • 1943: Creation of the professional league

  • 1970s: Expansion and national consolidation

  • 1996: Birth of the short tournaments

  • 2012: Rebranding as Liga MX


Today, Liga MX is considered among the 10 most competitive leagues in the world, with broadcasts in more than 100 countries. Its playoff system, full of drama and surprises, is one of the most exciting in world football.


The Giants of Mexican Football


Liga MX wouldn't be the same without its historic clubs, true pillars of Mexican football. América, Guadalajara, Cruz Azul, and Pumas are the main protagonists of this championship, each with a unique identity, philosophy, and fanbase that represent different sectors of the country.


Club América: The Most Winning


Founded in 1916, América is the club with the most league titles in Mexico. Its home stadium, Estadio Azteca, the colossus of Santa Úrsula, makes it one of the most recognized teams on the continent. Its rivalry with Chivas in the Clásico Nacional (National Classic) brings the country to a standstill and is an event that transcends generations. Among its legendary figures are Cuauhtémoc Blanco, Enrique Borja, Zague, and, more recently, Guillermo Ochoa.


Chivas de Guadalajara: National Pride


Club Deportivo Guadalajara, founded in 1906, is unique in the world: it only plays with Mexican footballers. This policy of national identity has earned it millions of fans and an epic rivalry with América. Chivas has won multiple titles and exported talents such as Javier “Chicharito” Hernández, Carlos Vela, and Omar Bravo. Cruz Azul and Pumas: Tradition and Passion. Cruz Azul, founded in 1927 as a workers' team for a cement factory, became a giant in the 1970s, winning consecutive titles and solidifying its reputation. Although it suffered a long drought, its Guard1anes 2021 title broke a curse of more than 23 years. Pumas UNAM, for its part, represents university soccer, with a youth academy that has produced idols like Hugo Sánchez, Jorge Campos, and Luis García. Other teams like Tigres, Monterrey, Santos Laguna, and León have also established themselves as key players in the modern era, increasing the competitiveness and excitement of the tournament. The stadiums in Monterrey or Torreón are buzzing with excitement every matchday, proving that the passion for Liga MX knows no bounds.

In competitive football, game strategies are essential because they combine technique, stamina, and tactics. They allow teams to measure their performance against others, encourage individual and collective improvement, and keep alive the passion for continuous improvement. These strategies drive discipline, commitment, and the evolution of football at both the professional and amateur levels, strengthening team spirit and the love for the world's most popular sport.

In competitive football, game strategies are essential because they combine technique, stamina, and tactics. They allow teams to measure their performance against others, encourage individual and collective improvement, and keep alive the passion for continuous improvement. These strategies drive discipline, commitment, and the evolution of football at both the professional and amateur levels, strengthening team spirit and the love for the world's most popular sport.

Facts, records and unforgettable moments


Liga MX is full of facts that surprise even the most ardent fans

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