description Liga MX Overview
Liga MX is Mexico's top division in men's association football. Its modern league history begins in 1943, and the competition uses a split-season format with Apertura and Clausura tournaments rather than one uninterrupted annual championship. Clubs compete in regular-season and postseason phases, including teams such as Club América, Chivas, Cruz Azul, and Pumas. Liga MX is the principal domestic competition for professional football clubs in Mexico.
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What are the Apertura and Clausura in Liga MX?
Liga MX divides its season into two tournaments called the Apertura and Clausura. This split-season format replaced the idea of one uninterrupted annual championship.
When did Mexico's top football league begin?
Mexico's modern top-level league history is commonly traced to 1943. The competition is now known as Liga MX.
How is the Liga MX champion decided?
Teams first play a regular-season phase, after which qualifying clubs enter a playoff stage known as the Liguilla. The tournament winner is crowned champion for that half-season.
Why do Liga MX clubs play more than one competition?
Liga MX clubs can combine domestic league matches with the Copa MX or international competitions such as the CONCACAF Champions Cup. This creates a schedule different from a single-league season.
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