Here’s the latest update from the ongoing FIFA World Cup as of 2026-07-24 19:38:00.
Mexican women’s football league, Liga MX Femenil, has officially rebranded itself as Liga Femenil BBVA, introducing a new competition format for the upcoming season.
New Competition Structure
The rebranding aligns with a new structure that will transition from an 18-team regular season to two groups consisting of nine teams each. This reshuffle aims to enhance competitiveness and viewer engagement.
Teams will be organized based on Elo rankings and geographical locations, ensuring a fair distribution across the two groups. Each team will compete in eight matches within their group while facing six teams from the opposite group.
Season Format and Playoff Changes
Similar to the men’s league, Liga Femenil will maintain two seasons annually—the Apertura and Clausura. Each season culminates with playoffs, which are set to undergo structural modifications as well.
In the playoff format, the top four teams from each group will progress to the knockout stages. The match-ups will see the first-place team facing the fourth, and the second playing against the third from the opposite group.
Additionally, the playoff semifinals will re-rank the teams based on their overall league standings, providing a more comprehensive evaluation of performance throughout the season.
The recent changes also aim to alleviate mid-week games, reducing the regular season from 17 to 14 matches. The updated schedule will primarily feature games on Fridays through Sundays, enhancing viewer experience.
Club América, the reigning champions after their 3-1 aggregate victory over Monterrey in last season’s Clausura final, will compete in the upcoming “Campeon de Campeonas” exhibition against Tigres on July 26 at San Antonio’s Toyota Field.
The revamped Liga Femenil will officially commence with the 2026 Apertura starting on July 31, featuring a match between Cruz Azul and Atlas.
FAQs
What is the new name of Liga MX Femenil?
The league is now known as Liga Femenil BBVA.
When does the new season start?
The 2026 Apertura kicks off on July 31 with a match between Cruz Azul and Atlas.
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- Published: 2026-07-24 19:38:00
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