The 2026 Liga MX Clausura season has officially arrived with a heavyweight clash at the Estadio BBVA.1 CF Monterrey (Rayados) welcomes Deportivo Toluca FC (Diablos Rojos) in a fixture that pits two of the league’s most ambitious squads against one another on Matchday 1. Following a dramatic Apertura 2025 semifinal series where Toluca narrowly edged out Monterrey to reach the final, tonight’s encounter serves as an immediate “revenge match” for the home side.2
With the 2026 World Cup on the horizon and the Estadio BBVA serving as a key host venue, the atmosphere in Guadalupe is expected to be world-class. For fans following the Liga de las Estrellas across the globe, here is your definitive professional roadmap for watching the action.
Official Broadcast & Streaming Roadmap
Thanks to a landmark sublicense agreement between TelevisaUnivision and CBS Sports established in late 2025, English-language viewers in the United States now have unprecedented access to Monterrey’s home fixtures.
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In the United States: Multi-Platform Coverage
Fans in the US can choose between traditional broadcast and several streaming tiers:
- English-Language Streaming: The match is available live and exclusively in English on the CBS Sports Golazo Network and Paramount+.3
- Spanish-Language Television: For the traditional Liga MX experience, the game is being telecast on Univision and TUDN.
- Spanish-Language Streaming: ViX Premium serves as the primary digital home for Spanish-speaking fans, featuring ad-free coverage and multi-angle camera options.
- Cable/Satellite Substitutes: Subscribers to DirecTV Stream and Fubo (if TUDN is in their package) can also tune in live.4
In Mexico and Central America
- Television: The match is a flagship presentation on Canal 5 (Televisa) and TUDN.
- Streaming: ViX remains the exclusive digital carrier for the domestic market.
International & Global Viewing
- International Streams: In regions without direct broadcast rights, select sportsbooks such as Bet365 often provide live streams for active account holders.5
- VPN Note: Traveling fans are advised that a verified Virtual Private Network (VPN) like NordVPN can facilitate access to their home streaming services (Paramount+ or ViX) while abroad.6
Match Details & Kick-off Times
- Fixture: CF Monterrey vs. Deportivo Toluca FC
- Competition: Liga MX Clausura (Jornada 1)7
- Venue: Estadio BBVA, Guadalupe, Mexico8
- Date: Saturday, January 10 / Sunday, January 11, 20269
- US East Coast (ET): 10:05 PM (Sat)
- Mexico City (CST): 9:05 PM (Sat)
- United Kingdom (GMT): 3:05 AM (Sun)
- India (IST): 8:35 AM (Sun)
The Tactical Narrative: Form & Philosophy
CF Monterrey: Under the guidance of manager Marcelo Michel Leaño, Rayados have focused on defensive stability during the short off-season. However, they must cope with a significant injury list; key players Jesús Corona, Michell Rodríguez, and Víctor Guzmán have all been ruled out of the opener. The pressure lies on star striker Germán Berterame to exploit a Toluca defense that, while potent, can be prone to lapses on the counter.
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Deportivo Toluca FC:
The Diablos Rojos enter the Clausura as one of the most exciting teams in the league. Led by the tactical ingenuity of Renato Paiva, Toluca relies on the high-intensity play of Alexis Vega and the clinical finishing of Paulinho, who led the league in shots on target per match last season. Toluca will aim to replicate their Apertura success by controlling the midfield through Marcel Ruiz.
Quick Watch Summary
| Platform | Language | Region |
| Paramount+ / CBS Golazo | English | USA |
| Univision / TUDN | Spanish | USA / Mexico |
| ViX Premium | Spanish | USA / Mexico |
| Fubo / DirecTV Stream | Spanish | USA |
| Canal 5 | Spanish | Mexico |
Looking Ahead
Following tonight’s clash, both teams face a rapid turnaround. Monterrey will travel to face Necaxa on Tuesday, January 13, while Toluca prepares for their home opener at the Nemesio Díez.
