how many teams advance in leagues cup

The number of teams that advance in the Leagues Cup is the top four teams from each league (MLS and Liga MX). In the current 2025 format, a total of 36 teams participate—18 from MLS and 18 from Liga MX. Each team plays three games against teams from the other league, and the top four teams from each league based on points advance to the knockout stage. This knockout stage begins with the quarterfinals, which feature MLS vs Liga MX matchups, followed by semifinals and a final. Therefore, 8 teams in total advance to the knockout rounds (4 from MLS and 4 from Liga MX).