FOX Sports Launches 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup with Opening Round Broadcast
FOX Sports has unveiled its broadcast schedule for the opening round of the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup. The tournament, featuring twenty-two clubs, will commence from February 3 to February 26.
2026 Concacaf Champions Cup: Opening Round Details
The prestigious club competition will showcase top teams from Major League Soccer (MLS) and Liga MX. Fans will be able to watch the matches live on FS1, FS2, and Tubi.
Competing Teams
- Major League Soccer (MLS) Teams:
- FC Cincinnati
- LA Galaxy
- Los Angeles Football Club
- Nashville SC
- Philadelphia Union
- San Diego FC
- Vancouver Whitecaps FC
- Liga MX Teams:
- Cruz Azul (2025 Concacaf Champions Cup Champion)
- Club América
- CF Monterrey
- Pumas UNAM
- Tigres UANL
Notably, Deportivo Toluca FC will join the competition in the Round of 16. Reigning MLS Cup champions, Inter Miami CF, and Seattle Sounders FC will also begin their journey at this stage.
Broadcast Team and Match Assignments
Leading the broadcast is John Strong, an esteemed play-by-play announcer, alongside former U.S. Men’s National Team midfielder Stu Holden. They will cover key matches on FS1:
- First Leg: LA Galaxy vs. Sporting San Miguelito on February 19 at 8:00 PM ET
- Second Leg: Philadelphia Union vs. Defence Force FC on February 26 at 7:00 PM ET
The winning team of the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup will qualify for the FIFA Club World Cup 2029
, joining Cruz Azul as one of the region’s representatives.
Looking Ahead
Details regarding the Round of 16 schedule and broadcaster assignments will be made public before the tournament resumes in March. For live updates and complete coverage, visit Filmogaz.com.
