Who’s in Leagues Cup 2025? Teams, Schedule & Broadcast Guide

The 2025 Leagues Cup will pit the top MLS teams against all 18 Liga MX clubs. This will be the fifth edition of the tournament, with two teams from each league winning the trophy at least once.

Cruz Azul and Leon were the first two winners in 2019 and 2021, respectively, before Inter Miami went on an incredible run during Lionel Messi’s first months. The Columbus Crew extended their recent dominance with a 3-1 victory over LAFC in 2024.

The remaining 18 teams beyond Liga MX are the top MLS teams in the 2024 standings. The only exception is expansion franchise San Diego FC, who replaced the Vancouver Whitecaps since the Canadian team was competing in two other major competitions.

So, which team and league will be victorious in 2025? Here is everything you need know:

What is the format of the 2025 Leagues Cup?

There are two phases to the tournament: league and knockout. In the league phase, MLS teams will face three Liga MX teams. After three games, the top four teams from each league will advance to the knockout phase, which includes quarterfinals, semifinals, and the final. The top three teams (there is a third-place game) will advance to next year’s Concacaf Champions Cup.

What are the 2025 Leagues Cup dates?

The Leagues Cup will last from Tuesday, July 29, to Sunday, August 31.

How many teams compete in the 2025 Leagues Cup?

The Leagues Cup features 36 clubs, half from the MLS and half from Liga MX.

Which MLS teams qualified for the 2025 League Cup?

As previously stated, the top 18 MLS teams in 2024 qualified for the tournament. Here are the clubs:

• Atlanta United

• Cincinnati

• Charlotte

• Columbus Crew

• Colorado Rapids

• Houston Dynamo

• LA Galaxy

• LAFC

• Inter Miami

• Minnesota United

• CF Montreal

• NYCFC

• New York Red Bulls

• Orlando City

• Portland Timbers

• Real Salt Lake

• San Diego FC (replacing Vancouver)

What is the 2025 League Cup schedule?

The league phase games will run from July 29 to August 7, followed by a break till August 19.

Where to watch 2025 League Cup games on TV or online.

League Cup games will be accessible to stream or watch on television through the MLS Season Pass on Apple, Apple TV+, FS1, UniMas, and TUDN.