Liga MX is the top-tier professional football division in Mexico and one of the most powerful and popular leagues in the Americas. Based in Mexico City, it is the pinnacle of the country's football system, featuring 18 clubs competing in a unique split-season format of the Apertura (July–December) and Clausura (January–May), each crowning its own champion. The regular season for each tournament is a single round-robin, followed by an eight-team knockout playoff known as the *Liguilla*. The final is a two-legged aggregate-goal series, creating some of the most dramatic moments in Mexican sport. Liga MX is characterized by its massive commercial success, huge fan bases, and high-quality football, often attracting top talent from across the continent. It employs a strict foreign player limit and a unique club ownership model. The league's influence is hemispheric, with clubs consistently performing well in the CONCACAF Champions League. The championship trophy is the ultimate honor, with individual awards including the Balón de Oro for the best player and the Campeón de Goleo for the top scorer.