The quarter-finals of the League Cup 2024 on Saturday evening with six MLS representatives (LAFC, Columbus Crew, Seattle Sounders, Colorado, NYCFC and Philadelphia) with only two Liga MX survivors in the form of Mazatlan and Club America.

Reigning champion Inter Miami who started without the injured Leo Messi, were eliminated in the round of 16 against Columbus Crew. current MLS champions.

Of the eight teams fighting for the title, The Crew, LAFC and CDMX powerhouse Club America are considered favorites by many The Herons and lift the trophy next week.

MLS wants to confirm dominance

The eternal comparison between the level between MLS and Liga MX has become less and less critical in recent years, as US soccer has shown exponential growth, especially at the national level, but also at the national level, and this was clearly seen in the League Cup 2023where the final between Inter Miami and Nashville was played.

Curiously, América and Mazatlán could meet in the final if both Mexican teams advance, but as things stand, It is the MLS teams that are in control as the second edition of the tournament reaches a critical phase.