Where to Watch Chivas de Guadalajara vs. Club América: El Clásico Nacional Preview and Viewing Guide
El Clásico Nacional returns Saturday night, Feb. 14, when Chivas de Guadalajara host Club América at Estadio AKRON. The match comes with title implications, bragging rights and intense atmosphere — and here's what fans need to know about how to watch the game in North America and beyond, plus a quick tactical snapshot ahead of kickoff (all times ET).
Broadcast and streaming guide: where to watch
The fixture kicks off Saturday night, Feb. 14 (ET). If you plan to watch live, check your local sports listings for the most reliable information. The match will be available through regional and national sports broadcasters that hold Liga MX rights in their respective territories, and it is often carried on pay-television sports packages and associated streaming options that include live league coverage.
International viewers should look to their local sports channels that carry Mexican top-flight action and to official league distribution partners operating in each market. For those without a pay-TV subscription, options typically include authenticated streaming access through services tied to the same broadcasters; alternatively, public venues such as sports bars and watch parties often screen marquee derbies like this one.
Practical tips: confirm the kickoff time in your time zone well ahead of kickoff, ensure any subscription you plan to use is active and up to date, and consider a backup device or account in case of last-minute access issues. Kickoff is scheduled for Saturday night, Feb. 14 (ET), so plan for a prime-time window.
Match stakes, form and likely XI implications
Chivas head into this edition of the Clasico Nacional sitting atop the Clausura table with a perfect start, winning each of their first five fixtures. The team has thrived under Gabriel Milito’s 3-4-2-1 structure, which depends heavily on fluid wing-backs and a central figure who can step into midfield when the team carries possession.
A significant absence looms for the hosts: a key midfield/defensive pivot who usually anchors the middle of the back three is expected to miss the clash with a muscular issue. That player’s ability to drift into midfield is a central element of the system, and his likely replacement will need to balance defensive duties with transitional support to the attack.
América have recovered from a sluggish start and arrive having won consecutive league matches, including a convincing result against one of the division’s heavyweights last weekend. While they sit lower in the table than their rivals, recent form suggests they are regaining the consistency that has defined their recent history.
Tactically, expect a cagey opening as América test Chivas’ back three and try to exploit the spaces left when wing-backs advance. Chivas will look to dominate midfield and use quick transitions to take advantage of the visiting defense. Set pieces and individual moments of quality could decide a tightly contested derby.
Final viewing notes and matchday advice
Derbies can be unpredictable and often produce late drama, so if you’re planning a watch with friends or traveling to a venue, allow extra time for queues and seating. For remote viewers, enable notifications from your chosen streaming service or cable operator so you won’t miss pre-match lineups and last-minute kickoff confirmations.
For those tracking squad news, expect official starting lineups to be posted close to kickoff; last-minute changes are common in high-stakes fixtures. Whether you’re watching at home or in a crowd, anticipate an electric atmosphere — El Clásico Nacional routinely delivers high emotion, physical battles and moments that linger long after the final whistle.
Wherever you tune in, plan ahead, verify the broadcast in your area, and get ready for one of Liga MX’s most storied rivalries when Chivas and Club América renew the fight on Saturday night, Feb. 14 (ET).
