The LA Galaxy are already into the Leagues Cup Round of 32, while Chivas de Guadalajara seek to join them Sunday night at Dignity Health Sports Park.
How to watch & stream
When
- Sunday, Aug. 4 | 10:30 pm ET/7:30 pm PT
Where
- Dignity Health Sports Park | Carson, California
Javier "Chicharito" HernƔndez is returning to his former team, and Chivas hope he and his teammates can vault them past the San Jose Earthquakes in West 2.
This World Cup-style tournament features 47 clubs ā 18 from LIGA MX and 29 from MLS ā pausing their domestic season for the month-long competition. The winner is crowned champion, and the top three finishers qualify for the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup.
Greg Vanney's side leads the group after beating the Earthquakes in Wednesday's Cali ClƔsico (Leagues Cup version). Their knockout spot is also clinched, so now it's about securing the top seed.
Diego FagĆŗndez and Gabriel Pec have impressed all year, continuing their strong form in the mid-season tournament. FagĆŗndez notched his fifth goal in 27 appearances (all competitions) against San Jose, while Pec added his 11th assist in 26 matches (all competitions).
As LA sit atop the Western Conference, a Leagues Cup run could contribute to Supporters' Shield and MLS Cup success.
Chivas face a must-win match after losing in penalty kicks to San Jose in their Leagues Cup opener. The storied LIGA MX side can advance by winning in PKs or regulation time.
After Cade Cowell's homecoming against the Earthquakes, it's time for Chicharito's turn. Mexico's all-time leading scorer returns to the Galaxy with his boyhood club, having scored 39g/6a in 82 matches across all competitions from 2020-23.
Former LA midfielder Daniel Aguirre also returns to face his former club following his June 10 transfer.
MATCH | WHEN | WATCH |
|---|---|---|
Atlanta United vs. Santos Laguna | Sunday, Aug. 4 - 4 pm ET | |
Orlando City SC vs. AtlƩtico de San Luis | Sunday, Aug. 4 - 8 pm ET | |
CF Pachuca vs. Toronto FC | Sunday, Aug. 4 - 8 pm ET | |
Philadelphia Union vs. Cruz Azul | Sunday, Aug. 4 - 8 pm ET | Apple TV - FreeFS1, UniMƔs |
St. Louis CITY SC vs. FC JuƔrez | Sunday, Aug. 4 - 9 pm ET | |
Chivas de Guadalajara vs. LA Galaxy | Sunday, Aug. 4 - 10:30 pm ET | |
Seattle Sounders FC vs. Club Necaxa | Sunday, Aug. 4 - 10:30 pm ET |
Six other MLS teams face LIGA MX opposition on Sunday.
Atlanta vs. Santos Laguna: It's an elimination match between Atlanta and Santos Laguna, with both teams needing a victory to join D.C. United in the Round of 32.
Orlando vs. San Luis: Orlando defeated CF MontrƩal, 4-1, to begin Leagues Cup. Now, they'll look to win their group against San Luis.
Pachuca vs. Toronto: After taking two points from their Leagues Cup opener, Toronto welcome the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup winners to BMO Field.
Philadelphia vs. Cruz Azul: Philadelphia can top their group after a 1-0 win over Charlotte FC. They'll need to limit former Atlanta striker Giorgos Giakoumakis, who joined Cruz Azul in mid-June.
St. Louis vs. JuƔrez: JuƔrez are riding high after a 2-0 win over FC Dallas. Meanwhile, St. Louis are looking to build off a 2-1 victory vs. FC Dallas where new signings Marcel Hartel and Cedric Teuchert both scored.
Seattle vs. Necaxa: The lone MLS club to win the current incarnation of Concacaf Champions Cup, Seattle are always must-watch in continental competitions. They'll look to complete a perfect group stage following a 2-0 win over Minnesota United.
