Although it seemed almost impossible for it to happen, the Cougars and the America have given the results so that they face each other in the Quarterfinals Closing Final 2026 from to Liga MX.
The combination of results put one in first place and the other team in eighth, leaving a match of Capital Classic in the Quarterfinals of the Mexican championship.
Why is Pumas vs América a fact?
The team of National University consolidated itself in first position, after they defeated Pachuca as a visitor, along with the combination that the Guadalajara could not defeat Tijuanaleaving no chance for the Cougars move from the top of Clausura 2026.
On the side of Americathey only had to get a draw at home against the Atlasso that they could avoid facing the Cougarswho are the leader, but at the last minute, the group of red and black He did what seemed impossible.
He America It enters the next round, but in a situation considered a “belly”, so it will now have to face the best team in Clausura 2026.
When do Pumas and América play in the Quarterfinals?
Although the schedules are defined until the following Monday, the Pumas have the power to choose the day they want to define the return of the Quarter finals.
The first leg will be played on the days Saturday May 2 and Sunday May 3, while the return meeting between the university students and the Eagleswill be developed Saturday, May 9 or Sunday, May 10. It should be noted that the Liguilla will be played differently this time.
