FC Cincinnati Faces Chivas Guadalajara in Crucial Leagues Cup Clash to Secure Quarterfinal Spot

FC Cincinnati prepares to host Liga MX powerhouse Chivas Guadalajara in their final Group Stage match of the Leagues Cup on Thursday, aiming to secure a spot in the quarterfinals of the 2025 tournament. **How to Watch & Stream:** Available on Apple TV's MLS Season Pass. **Match Details:** - Date & Time: Thursday, August 7, at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT - Venue: TQL Stadium, Cincinnati, Ohio During the initial phase, MLS and Liga MX teams compete within their respective leagues to accumulate points in separate tables. Ties are resolved via penalty shootouts, adding excitement to the rivalry clashes. The top four teams from each league's table advance to the knockout rounds, which consist of eight teams—18 from MLS and 18 from Liga MX. The tournament culminates with the final on August 31, with the top three teams earning qualification for the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup. FC Cincinnati's Evander has been a standout performer, contributing two goals and two assists across the first two matches, earning four points. His key role was evident in a 3-2 victory over CF Monterrey, where he outperformed Sergio Canales, and in a 2-2 draw against FC Juárez, where his long-range strike sparked ...