Liga MX Clausura 2026: Week 4 Determines the Path of the Contenders

Matchday 4 of the 2026 Clausura represents a critical moment for Liga MX, where teams reveal their true intentions and competitive capabilities. The tournament enters a phase where early results begin to shape the future of contenders and aspirants. Two opposing stories will dominate the landscape: Guadalajara in its best offensive and tactical moment, versus Club América seeking to break a drought that threatens its stability.

Guadalajara’s Rise and América’s Need to React in Matchday 4

Gabriel Milito has transformed the Guadalajara project into the most solid start of the tournament. With nine points out of nine available, the Tapatío team aims for its fourth consecutive win, approaching one of the best starts in short tournaments in its recent history. The continuity of the project, the reintegration of key players, and the positive momentum inherited from the previous tournament have created a confident and organized team.

The opposite scenario is experienced by Club América under the direction of André Jardine. The Águilas have not scored in the 2026 Clausura and have just one point, a dramatic contrast to recent years of consecutive titles. Although the club’s management maintains support for the Brazilian coach, the institution’s historical demands increase the pressure. Matchday 4 marks a turning point where América must change the narrative or face deeper questions.

Key Matchups: América Wants to React and Chivas Confirm in Matchday 4

One of the highlighted matches of this matchday 4 is Club América versus Necaxa on Saturday, January 31 at 4:00 PM at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes. This game represents the last chance for the blue-creams to end their offensive drought before falling deeper into crisis. Simultaneously, on Sunday, February 1 at 7:00 PM, Atlético San Luis will host Guadalajara at Estadio Alfonso Lastras, where Guadalajara will seek to solidify its leadership.

Other relevant clashes include Pumas UNAM visiting Santos Laguna on Friday at 9:00 PM, as well as Monterrey versus Tijuana on Saturday at the same time. These matches add layers of complexity to a tournament where every point defines standings and ambitions.

Complete Schedule and Broadcasts for Matchday 4

Friday, January 30

Puebla FC vs Toluca FC | Cuauhtémoc Stadium | 7:00 PM | Canal 7, FOX One

Pumas UNAM vs Santos Laguna | Olímpico Universitario | 9:00 PM | VIX

FC Juárez vs Cruz Azul | Benito Juárez Olímpic Stadium | 9:06 PM | Canal 7, FOX One

Saturday, January 31

Club América vs Necaxa | Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes | 4:00 PM | TUDN, VIX

Atlas FC vs Mazatlán FC | Jalisco Stadium | 5:00 PM | VIX

León vs Tigres UANL | León Stadium | 7:00 PM | FOX One

Monterrey vs Tijuana | BBVA Stadium | 7:00 PM | TUDN, VIX

Sunday, February 1

Querétaro FC vs Pachuca CF | La Corregidora Stadium | 5:00 PM | FOX One

Atlético San Luis vs Guadalajara | Alfonso Lastras Stadium | 7:00 PM | ESPN, Disney+

What Matchday 4 Defines in the Overall Context

This matchday 4 is not just another round of fixtures; it marks the point where initial trends are either solidified or questioned. Guadalajara seeks to reaffirm its competitive level under Milito’s leadership, while América needs immediate results. The rest of the league watches how the true candidates shape up and which teams will face a battle for survival in the playoff zone. Matchday 4 sets positions, confidence, and above all, the true competitive nature of each squad in the 2026 Clausura.