Cruz Azul head into this Round of 16 showdown in top form, boosted by their impressive run to the CONCACAF Champions Cup final and a strong performance during the 2025 Clausura.
On the other side, Leon are hoping home turf can spark a turnaround, as James Rodriguez leads a talented squad still searching for consistency. Once both tipped as semifinal favorites, these two sides now face a high-stakes battle for survival.
Here are all of the details of where you can watch Club Leon vs Cruz Azul on US television and via legal streaming:
WHO
Club Leon vs Cruz Azul
WHAT
Liga MX
WHEN
11:10 PM ET / 8:10 PM PT • Thursday, May 8, 2025
WHERE
DirecTV Stream, TUDN, ViX
STREAM
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