Mexico is incredibly passionate about soccer, and the country’s top professional league is one of the most highly attended soccer leagues in the world. You can bet on all Liga MX matches and watch them live right here at Stake Sportsbook.

What is Liga MX?

Liga MX is the top professional division of Mexican soccer. The league takes place every season and features two separate tournaments known as the Apertura and Clausura. Matches in the Liga MX draw the biggest crowds of any soccer games in the Americas and the third-largest crowds of any professional sports league in North America, only behind the NFL and MLB.

Similar to other Latin American soccer leagues, such as the Uruguayan and Colombian leagues, Liga MX teams play two tournaments. Up to six teams from Liga MX can also qualify for the CONCACAF Champions Cup, while clubs taking part in the league can also participate in the Leagues Cup with MLS teams.

History of the Liga MX

In 1902, the Liga Mexicana de Football Amateur Association was formed. This was the first ever football league to exist in Mexico, though it was at an amateur level, with teams consisting of football fans and company workers. Between 1902 and 1922, a total of 22 teams participated in the league. Most of these teams were based in Mexico City, and only a few, such as Club America and Cub de Futbol Pachuca, still exist today.

Although amateur football competitions such as the Liga Mexicana de Football Amateur Association were regularly held within geographical regions of the country, it wasn’t until 1943 that the first national professional league was formed. Originally known as Liga Mayor, this competition would go on to become the Liga MX that fans know and love today.

The Liga Mayor was formed from 10 clubs, with 6 from the Liga Mexicana de Football Amateur Association, 2 from the Liga Occidental and 2 from the Liga Veracruzana. The inaugural season for the Liga Mayor was won by Asturias, and since then, there have been 23 champions.

America are the most successful club in Liga MX history, with a total of 16 titles. Guadalajara are in second place with 12 championships, although they haven’t won since the Clausura in 2017.

Format & Schedule of Liga MX

Since the 1996/97 season, Liga MX has been split into two separate tournaments, with a champion declared for each one. Originally known as Verano and Invierno, today, these tournaments are known as Clausura and Apertura.

The Apertura tournament lasts between July and December, while the Clausura follows between January and May. 18 teams in the league play each opponent once, earning points for winning and drawing games. The top 6 teams progress to the Liguilla, the finals stage of the tournament, while the next 4 teams qualify for the play-in round to determine the remaining 2 spots in Liguilla.

The liguilla stage of the tournament features two-legged ties, with aggregate scores determining which team progresses to the next round. At the end of the tournament, the winner is crowned the champion, so there can be two champions each season.

An aggregate table which adds together points earned during the Apertura and Clausura tournaments is used to determine CONCACAF Champions League qualification and seedings for the Leagues Cup.

Liga MX 2025 Fixtures

Here are the main dates for this regular season:

5 July 2024 – Apertura start date
26 July 2024 – Apertura paused due to Leagues Cup
23 August 2024 – Apertura resumes
12-15 December 2024 – Apertura finals

América were crowned champions of the 2025 Apertura season, defeating Monterrey 3-2 on aggregate in the finals.

The league phase of Liga MX Clausura is now underway to determine which teams will progress to the Liguilla.

10 January 2025 – Clausura start date
26 April – Clausura play-in series start date
7-11 May – Clausura quarter-finals
14-18 May – Clausura semi-finals
22-25 May – Clausura finals

How to Bet on Mexico Soccer & Football Bet Types

Placing soccer bets is simple at Stake, though there are a lot of things to know before you get started. Our full betting guide has all the details you need. We’ve also created this step-by-step guide to simplify the process for you:

Use your details to log into Stake and check you have funds available.
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Or select any of the accepted cryptocurrencies such as BTC, ETH, USDT, EOS, Doge, LTC, TRX, SOL, and more, using the vault to safely store them.
Search for any of the Liga MX teams, or use the menu to look for Soccer > Mexico > Liga MX.
Choose one of the live or upcoming matches, then look through the stats and select a market to add to your bet slip.
Enter your stake, check the potential payout and confirm.
If you have any questions or issues, the customer support team is always available.

There are many different ways to bet on the Mexico Liga MX matches at Stake. Every game offers a wide range of bet options you can select. Here are a few of the most popular:

1x2 or match winner
Draw no bet
Asian total
Asian handicap
Double chance
1st goal
Correct score
Both teams to score
Halftime/fulltime
Same-game parlay
Outright winner

Live Stream Football Matches & Live Soccer Betting

You can find a variety of live and pre-live betting markets on all Liga MX games. Log in while the match is happening to see the latest live stats and live odds. Use these to find better value and enjoy the exciting action of Liga MX.

We also offer free live streams on all games. That’s right, you don’t ever have to miss out on the goals, tackles and drama of the premier Mexican league. All you have to do is log into your account and select a match with the live streaming option available.

Liga MX Betting Odds & Payouts

Before you choose your bets, make sure you understand the relationship between football odds and payouts. Larger odds mean a higher potential payout but also imply lower probability and, therefore, greater risk. You can read more in our complete guide to betting odds.

To make things easier for you to find the best value and place your bets, you can easily switch between decimal, fraction and American odds. Choose the format that’s easiest for you to understand.

Soccer & Football Betting Tips, Predictions & Strategies

Research your bets – Before placing a bet, you should seriously consider how likely the outcome is based on the available data. There are a lot of useful statistics of all Liga MX games available online, and it pays to research it carefully. Last season, Liga MX saw an average of 2.85 goals per match, and both teams scored 56% of the time.
Make the most of live betting – You can find a lot of value in the live betting markets if you know where to look. The odds are updated in real time, so price changes can result in better odds for you and higher potential payouts. Watch the live stream to give yourself more insights into the action on the pitch.
Stay up to date – Follow the latest league and team news online. You can get the latest updates on injuries to key players, as well as insights into form, head-to-head records and more. This will help you make more informed betting decisions.

Stake VIP Club & Responsible Betting

We’ve got the best odds and live streams on Liga MX matches, and you can also enjoy lots of fun sports promos when you join, deposit and bet. Our VIP Club even lets you earn regular rewards just by placing bets. By making wagers, you can increase your level and unlock new rewards such as rakeback, reloads and your own VIP host. Find out more on the VIP FAQ page.

While you enjoy Liga MX at Stake, be sure to bet responsibly. Our Stake Smart guide offers lots of tips on how to have fun while staying in control.