The highly anticipated Leagues Cup 2026 continues today, August 10, with an intriguing Phase One encounter between Major League Soccer’s Philadelphia Union and Liga MX’s Necaxa.
The pivotal match, set to kick off at 5:00 AM IST, will be held at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania, marking a significant contest for both clubs seeking to rebound from opening defeats.
Philadelphia Union enters this fixture looking to reignite their impressive form that saw them win the 2025 Supporters’ Shield and reach the Leagues Cup semifinals in 2023 and 2024. However, they suffered a narrow 1-0 loss to Cruz Azul in their Leagues Cup opener on August 6, despite playing at their home venue. The Union had been in strong attacking form prior to that setback, netting 11 goals in their preceding four matches, and boast a recent six-match unbeaten streak at Subaru Park.
On the other side, Necaxa is also in urgent need of points, having fallen 2-0 to Chicago Fire in their first Leagues Cup 2026 outing on August 6. Their recent form shows a struggle, with two wins and three losses in their last five games across all competitions. Notably, Necaxa has a challenging record against MLS teams in the Leagues Cup, and has struggled to secure away victories recently. Former Philadelphia Union attacker Julián Carranza is a key player for Necaxa, returning to his old stomping ground for the first time since his departure in 2024.
This will be the first-ever meeting between Philadelphia Union and Necaxa, adding an extra layer of intrigue as both sides aim to establish dominance in this inaugural matchup.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Teams | Philadelphia Union vs Necaxa |
| Competition | Leagues Cup 2026 |
| Stage | Phase One |
| Date | Monday, August 10, 2026 |
| Kick-off Time | 5:00 AM IST |
| Venue | Subaru Park, Chester, Pennsylvania, USA |
Where to Watch Philadelphia Union vs Necaxa Live
Fans globally can tune into the Leagues Cup 2026 match between Philadelphia Union and Necaxa through various platforms. Apple TV serves as the exclusive worldwide home for all Leagues Cup fixtures.
| Region | TV Channel(s) | Streaming Platform(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Global | – | Apple TV |
| USA | FOX Sports (select matches on FS1), TelevisaUnivision | Apple TV, Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling Blue, Hulu + Live TV |
| UK | – | Apple TV |
| India | – | Apple TV |
| Australia | – | Apple TV |
With both teams desperate for a win to keep their Leagues Cup hopes alive, expect an aggressive and open match at Subaru Park today. The stakes are high as Philadelphia Union looks to leverage home advantage against a struggling Necaxa side in what promises to be an engaging battle for crucial points.