Pachuca will square off against Pumas UNAM in the first leg of the Liga MX Clausura 2026. Find out how to watch this showdown live in the USA.
Here are all of the details of where you can watch Pachuca vs Pumas UNAM on US television and via legal streaming:
WHO
Pachuca vs Pumas UNAM
WHAT
Liga MX
WHEN
9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT • Thursday, May 14, 2026
WHERE
DirecTV Stream and TUDN
STREAM
FREE TRIAL
Match overview
After surviving a dramatic quarterfinal series against Club America, Pumas UNAM now turn their attention to a high-stakes Liga MX semifinal matchup with Pachuca. Pumas advanced after a wild 6-6 aggregate draw, moving on thanks to their higher regular-season finish.
Meanwhile, Pachuca regained momentum by cruising past Toluca with a dominant 3-0 aggregate victory after ending the regular season with back-to-back losses. With a place in the Liga MX final on the line, both teams are expected to deliver another intense battle that fans won’t want to miss.
More details about watching the game on DirecTV Stream
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Useful links
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