Toluca vs Cruz Azul: Liga MX champions clash for Campeón de Campeones title in California

The Dignity Health Sports Park in California is set to host the Liga MX Campeón de Campeones final, pitting Toluca against Cruz Azul. This match will crown the top Mexican team of the 2025-26 season.

Toluca, known as the Red Devils, earned their spot by winning the Clausura 2026 league title, defeating Tigres in a thrilling final. Cruz Azul, or La Máquina, secured their place after triumphing over Pumas in the Apertura 2026 final just a few months prior. Both teams, now led by coaches Antonio Mohamed (Toluca) and Joel Huiqui (Cruz Azul), are vying for their first trophy of the new season.

This marks the fourth consecutive year the Campeón de Campeones has been held at the home of the LA Galaxy. Both Toluca and Cruz Azul have prior experience winning here. Toluca lifted the trophy last year after a 3-1 victory over América, while Cruz Azul claimed the title in the 2020-21 edition by defeating León 2-1.

The Diablos Rojos aim for their sixth Campeón de Campeones title, bringing them closer to record holders América and Chivas. La Máquina seeks its fourth trophy, which would place them third in the all-time rankings alongside Tigres. The victorious team will also earn a coveted spot in the Campeones Cup 2026, to be held at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium. They will face Inter Miami, already confirmed as the first participant, led by Lionel Messi. This will be the second appearance for both Toluca and Cruz Azul in this inter-league competition between Liga MX and Major League Soccer (MLS).