Although the NWSL is currently on a hiatus, that doesn't mean that fans of the league will be deprived of seeing some of their favorite players in action this month.
The inaugural edition of the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup is set to get underway starting on Friday, July 19th, which will see teams from both the NWSL and Mexico's Liga MX Femenil battle for a newly created trophy.
Here is all you need to know.
When does the 2024 NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup start and end?
The first ever edition of the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup will kick off on Friday, July 19th, and is expected to end on Friday, October 25th.
How many teams are taking part in the 2024 NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup?
A total of 20 teams will be taking part in the 2024 NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup. All 14 teams currently featuring in the NWSL will be involved, while six other sides from Liga MX Femenil have been invited based on their performance in their domestic league.
Here is the full list of NWSL teams that will be playing in this competition:
- Angel City
- Bay FC
- Chicago Red Stars
- Houston Dash
- Kansas City Current
- NJ/NY Gotham
- North Carolina Courage
- Orlando Pride
- Portland Thorns
- Racing Louisville
- San Diego Wave
- Seattle Reign
- Utah Royals
- Washington Spirit
The six Liga MX Femenil teams that will be featuring are:
- Tigres UANL
- Club América
- C.D. Guadalajara
- C.F. Monterrey
- C.F. Pachuca
- Club Tijuana
What is the format for the 2024 NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup?
The 20 teams involved in this competition will be divided into five groups of four teams each. Each of the five teams that win their respective groups will then be ranked, with the top four teams out of this quintet advancing to the semi-finals.
The semi-finals are expected to take place on August 6th, while the final is slated to occur on October 25th.
How can I watch and live stream the 2024 NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup?
Fans in the United States have several ways to both live stream and watch the 2024 NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup live on TV.
CBS Sports Network is anticipated to carry several matches, while games can also be live-streamed via CBS Sports Golazo, Paramount+, and NWSL+.
Spanish-speakers also have choices to both watch and live stream the 2024 NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup, with TUDN, TUDN.com, and the TUDN App providing coverage of select ties.
Make sure you bookmark our special 2024 NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup match page for broadcast details and times for your current location, plus news, updates, and other additional information.
