Guatemalan League Clausura 2026: Semifinal Pairings and Dates Set

The Clausura 2026 tournament in Guatemala is heating up as the semifinal matchups have been officially confirmed. Football fans are in for a treat with two compelling clashes: Comunicaciones will face Xelajú MC in what is anticipated to be the most thrilling tie of the round, while Municipal, the most consistent team throughout the season, takes on the euphoric Mixco, who are riding high after a historic comeback.

This semifinal stage showcases teams that have reached this point through vastly different paths. Xelajú MC enters as the tournament leader, but they face a significant challenge with the loss of their starting goalkeeper, Rubén Darío Silva, due to an Achilles tendon rupture, and the last-minute absence of Nery Lobos, forcing coach Roberto Hernández to rely on his third-choice keeper. Comunicaciones, on the other hand, arrives with considerable momentum, having ousted the two-time defending champions Antigua GFC in a hard-fought quarterfinal series.

Municipal, a powerhouse throughout the season with 86 points in the cumulative standings, enters their semifinal against Mixco as the favorite. However, Mixco's incredible quarterfinal comeback, scoring two goals in the final two minutes to advance on better positioning, has injected them with immense confidence. This dramatic turnaround has made them a dangerous opponent, capable of upsetting expectations.

The first leg of these high-stakes semifinals kicks off on Wednesday, May 6, with Municipal playing Mixco at the Estadio Santo Domingo de Guzmán. The following day, Thursday, May 7, Comunicaciones will host Xelajú MC at the Estadio Cementos Progreso. These matches promise to be pivotal in determining who will advance to the final, marking one of the most exciting weeks in Guatemalan football this year. From our perspective here in Guatemala, these semifinals represent more than just a competition; they are a reflection of the passion, resilience, and unpredictable nature of our beloved sport.