By The Rio Times | Created at 2026-08-26 06:51:48 | Updated at 2026-09-04 02:01:35
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World Cup — Copa Libertadores quarter-finals are now locked. Fluminense, Platense, Estudiantes, Flamengo, Corinthians, LDU Quito and Palmeiras all know their paths to the title, with one last spot decided this week.
Palmeiras sit six points clear at the top of Brazil. The São Paulo club have 51 points from 24 matches as Flamengo, with a game in hand, chase from second place on 45.
Liga MX returns for Jornada 6 this weekend. Leaders América host Puebla, Chivas travel to Pachuca, and Tigres visit Santos after a dramatic Jornada 5 in Mexico.
Today’s headlines August 26, 2026
| Copa Libertadores quarter-finals | 8-10 September | Seven of eight teams confirmed with Palmeiras facing LDU Quito and Flamengo awaiting Independiente del Valle or Tolima. |
| Brasileirão Série A | Result | Palmeiras hold a six-point lead over Flamengo, who have a game in hand and the same +24 goal difference. |
| Liga MX Jornada 6 | 28-30 August | Leaders América host Puebla and Tigres visit Santos as the Apertura table begins to take shape. |
| Liga MX Jornada 5 | Result | Chivas thrashed Tijuana 5-2 and Cruz Azul fell 0-2 to Atlas in a lively weekend of Mexican football. |
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Palmeiras lead the Brasileirão with a six-point cushion over Flamengo
Analysis
Palmeiras sit first in Brazil’s Série A with 51 points from 24 matches after a season record of 15 wins, six draws and three defeats. They have scored 44 goals and conceded 20.
Flamengo are second on 45 points from 23 matches, with 13 wins and four losses. The Rio club have a game in hand and the same goal difference of plus 24 as Palmeiras.
The title race remains tight because Flamengo can close the gap to three points if they win their extra match. Palmeiras have shown consistency, but the pressure will build if Flamengo keep winning.
In short — Palmeiras are top of the Brasileirão by six points, but Flamengo’s game in hand keeps the race very much alive.
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Liga MX Jornada 6 features América hosting Puebla and Tigres away to Santos
Preview
Matchday six in Mexico’s Apertura 2026 runs from 28 to 30 August. On Saturday, leaders América host Puebla at the Estadio Banorte, and Santos host Tigres in what could shape the top of the table.
Friday’s slate includes Atlante versus León, Necaxa versus Cruz Azul, and Tijuana versus Pumas, while Saturday also has Atlas against Querétaro and Pachuca against Chivas. Sunday closes with Toluca against Juárez and Monterrey against San Luis.
League leaders América won 2-1 at Juárez in Jornada 5 with a Henry Martín brace and now host a Puebla side that beat Santos 3-2 last weekend.
In short — Liga MX returns this weekend with Tigres, América and Chivas all in action across Jornada 6.
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Chivas thump Tijuana as Cruz Azul stumble in Liga MX Jornada 5
Result
Chivas produced the performance of the round with a 5-2 victory over previously unbeaten Tijuana. The Guadalajara club’s attacking display lifted them among the more dangerous sides in the Apertura.
Cruz Azul fell 0-2 at home to Atlas, a result that left them needing a response in Jornada 6 against Necaxa. Tigres beat Atlante 2-0 and León drew 2-2 with Monterrey.
Elsewhere, América won 2-1 at Juárez, Toluca beat Querétaro 2-1, and Puebla edged Santos 3-2. San Luis and Pachuca drew 1-1, while Pumas and Necaxa also finished 1-1.
In short — Chivas scored five past Tijuana, while Cruz Azul lost at home to Atlas in a busy Liga MX weekend.
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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
When do the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals start?
The first legs are scheduled for 8-10 September 2026, with the second legs following on 15-17 September. Seven of the eight teams are confirmed, and Independiente del Valle or Deportes Tolima will complete the field.
Who leads the Brasileirão Série A right now?
Palmeiras lead with 51 points from 24 matches. Flamengo are second on 45 points from 23 games and still have a match in hand.
What are the key Liga MX fixtures this weekend?
Leaders América host Puebla and Santos host Tigres on 29 August. Toluca play Juárez and Monterrey face San Luis on 30 August in Jornada 6.
In short — Libertadores quarter-finals start in September, Palmeiras lead Brazil, and Liga MX Jornada 6 kicks off this weekend.
Sources: Wikipedia – 2026 Copa Libertadores, TheStatsAPI – Brasileirão Série A Standings, ESPN Deportes – Liga MX Apertura 2026 Jornada 5, TyC Sports – Copa Libertadores quarter-final dates, Sports Illustrated MX – Liga MX Jornada 5 results
Updated: 2026-08-25T23:45:00-03:00 by Oliver Mason, Latin America sports correspondent.
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