Xelajú MC Faces Uphill Battle in Clausura 2026 Final Against Municipal

Xelajú MC faces a daunting task as they host Municipal this Saturday, May 23, 2026, in the decisive second leg of the Clausura 2026 final. The Superchivos trail by a significant 4-1 margin from the first leg played at El Trébol, where Municipal capitalized on an expulsion to secure a commanding lead.

Despite the uphill battle, the fans in Quetzaltenango are rallying behind their team, with the club posting the message "Elijo creer" (I choose to believe) after the initial defeat. All tickets for the crucial match at the Mario Camposeco stadium have been sold out, reflecting the local passion. Xelajú needs to win by a four-goal difference to lift the trophy in regular time, or by three goals to force extra time, aiming for one of Guatemalan football's most memorable comebacks.

Municipal, on the other hand, holds a comfortable advantage. They can afford to lose by up to three goals and still claim the championship. This final also carries significant historical weight, marking the third championship clash between these two clubs. Municipal won in Clausura 2010, and Xelajú triumphed in Clausura 2012.

The Superchivos are vying for their eighth title, which would place them level with Aurora, while Municipal aims for their 33rd star, seeking to become the most decorated club in national football. The match is scheduled for 8:00 PM Guatemala time at the Mario Camposeco stadium. Fans can watch the game on Tigo Sports or follow live updates on PrensaLibre.com. Quetzaltenango is preparing for a major security operation, with over 300 National Civil Police officers deployed to ensure order. Giant screens will be erected in various city locations, including Parque Centroamérica, for fans who cannot fit into the stadium.