Will MLS's Leagues Cup Domination Continue? Quarterfinal Matchups, Predictions

The Leagues Cup quarterfinals begin Tuesday, August 25, 2026, featuring eight teams — four from MLS and four from Liga MX — competing in a single-elimination format. Chicago Fire, who went a perfect 3-0 in the group phase under coach Gregg Berhalter, are among the contenders, bolstered by the recent signing of Polish striker Robert Lewandowski from Barcelona. The Fire face Monterrey in what is previewed as their toughest matchup yet, with two quarterfinal games also scheduled for Wednesday night.