Chivas de Guadalajara’s Leagues Cup Journey Concludes Amidst Weather Delays and Elimination

The dramatic 2025 Leagues Cup journey for Chivas de Guadalajara drew to a close on Thursday, August 7th, with their final group-stage encounter against FC Cincinnati at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio. While Chivas had already faced elimination from the knockout stage, this match held significance for both teams: the Mexican giants aimed to exit the tournament on a high note, and the hosts still had everything to play for in their quest for advancement.

Leagues Cup Match Details and Viewing Information: FC Cincinnati vs. Chivas

The initial kickoff for this anticipated Leagues Cup fixture was set for 4:00 p.m. Arizona / 7:00 p.m. Eastern (5:00 p.m. Central Mexico Time). However, these plans were put on hold when an electrical storm directly impacted TQL Stadium, prompting officials to suspend the match in strict adherence to safety protocols. Play can only resume after a continuous 30-minute period free of lightning activity. Ground staff and tournament coordinators are diligently monitoring radar to determine a safe restart time. For fans eager to watch the action, the contest – once it resumes – will be exclusively streamed in Mexico and the United States on Apple TV via the MLS Season Pass.

Current Standings and Leagues Cup Tournament Context for Chivas

Chivas de Guadalajara entered the night with their winner-take-all opportunity already gone. Their path in the tournament had been challenging, marked by a 2–1 loss to the New York Red Bulls and a dramatic 1–1 draw (which they won 5–4 on penalties) against Charlotte FC. These results ultimately sealed the Guadalajara side’s fate, preventing them from advancing out of the group stage and necessitating their return to domestic duties. Club sources confirmed earlier in the day that the team would head back to Mexico this weekend, facing the immediate challenge of improving their 12th position in the current Liga MX table and needing a strong push before the regular season stretch run.

Conversely, FC Cincinnati found themselves in a must-win scenario to keep their Leagues Cup knockout ambitions alive. While Chivas always poses a threat on the field, the betting odds reflect the broader reality of both clubs’ campaigns within the tournament.

Leagues Cup Betting Odds and Potential Lineups

Fresh numbers posted at kickoff designated FC Cincinnati as the clear favorite at -120. A draw at regulation was listed at +290, while Chivas, representing the pride of Liga MX as the underdog, carried a +275 money-line. Official starting XI cards have yet to be released; however, team sheets are expected to become available once the weather delay concludes.

Once the skies clear and play resumes, the final whistle will not only mark the definitive end of Chivas de Guadalajara’s 2025 Leagues Cup bid but also determine whether FC Cincinnati can secure the vital victory needed to keep their tournament dream alive. It's a conclusion that highlights the unpredictable nature of cup football.