Where to Stream Monterrey vs Chivas – Live TV and Online Options for the 2026 Liga MX Apertura Showdown
Match details
The Mexican giants Monterrey travel to face Chivas on Saturday, 24 October 2026, as part of the 2026 Liga MX Apertura. Kick‑off is scheduled for 9:00 p.m. Eastern (6:00 p.m. Pacific). The fixture is a key encounter for both clubs as the season heads into its decisive phase.
How to watch in the United States
American fans have several legal ways to catch the action:
- Broadcast television: TUDN USA and Univision will carry the match live.
- Online platforms: Stream the game via TUDN.com, the Univision NOW app, the TUDN mobile app, or the ViX streaming service.
All of these options are available without a subscription to a cable package, though some may require a free account or a short trial period.
DirecTV Stream – an all‑in‑one alternative
DirecTV Stream includes the necessary channels (including TUDN and Univision) in many of its sports‑focused packages. Subscribers can watch on a wide range of devices: desktop computers, smartphones, tablets, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Google TV, Samsung Smart TVs, and even Peloton screens. The service offers a free trial and bundles the match with other major U.S. sports leagues such as the NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL.
Match preview: recent form
Monterrey arrive on a three‑game unbeaten run. They posted a convincing 4‑1 victory over Puebla on 22 October, followed by a 2‑1 win against Pachuca three days earlier. Their most recent draw, a 1‑1 stalemate with Club América on 11 October, rounds off a sequence that has given the team momentum heading into the Chivas clash.
Chivas are also unbeaten in their last three outings but have struggled to find a winning edge. After a 1‑0 triumph over Necaxa on 21 October, the club settled for 1‑1 draws against Tigres (17 October) and Atlas (11 October). The narrow margins suggest a tightly contested encounter, with Chivas hoping to convert one of those draws into three points.
Head‑to‑head history
In the ten meetings between the two sides, Chivas hold a slight advantage with five wins, while Monterrey have three victories and two games have ended level. The most recent encounter, on 22 March 2026, saw Chivas edge Monterrey 3‑2 on the latter’s home turf. Prior to that, Chivas recorded a 4‑2 win on 8 November 2025, and Monterrey’s last triumph in the series came on 6 April 2025 with a 3‑1 scoreline.
League standing implications
Chivas sit second in the Apertura table with 23 points and a +8 goal difference, trailing leaders Club América by four points. A win would solidify their push for the top spot. Monterrey, currently seventh with 20 points and a +6 goal difference, will be looking to climb the table and close the gap with the clubs above them. A positive result could spark a run that propels them back into the playoff conversation.
Other games on the same weekend
- Friday, 23 October – Necaxa vs. Juarez (9:00 p.m. ET)
- Friday, 23 October – Atlante vs. San Luis (11:00 p.m. ET)
- Saturday, 24 October – Leon vs. Toluca (7:00 p.m. ET)
- Saturday, 24 October – Pumas UNAM vs. Tigres (11:10 p.m. ET)
- Sunday, 25 October – Atlas vs. Puebla (7:00 p.m. ET)
- Sunday, 25 October – Queretaro vs. Cruz Azul (9:00 p.m. ET)
- Sunday, 25 October – Club América vs. Pachuca (9:05 p.m. ET)
- Sunday, 25 October – Tijuana vs. Santos Laguna (11:10 p.m. ET)
Watching from abroad
Fans outside the U.S. can still access the match by using a reputable virtual private network (VPN). Services such as NordVPN create a secure connection that makes it appear as if you are browsing from a U.S. location, allowing you to log into your chosen streaming platform without geoblocking issues. World Soccer Talk maintains a guide to the best VPNs for soccer streaming.
Final thoughts
The Monterrey‑Chivas clash promises a blend of attacking intent from a high‑scoring Monterrey side and disciplined defending from a Chivas squad that has been hard to beat. With both clubs eyeing a climb up the Apertura ladder, the match could have significant ramifications for the remainder of the season. Whether you prefer traditional TV or a digital stream, the options listed above ensure you won’t miss a moment of the action.
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