With Landon Donovan signing for Club León in Mexico, there’s bound to be an influx of new fans to both La Fiera and Liga MX. This is a great thing for the league, because it means having more people enjoying one of the most fun leagues in the world.
But let’s say you’re brand new to Liga MX. Here’s what you need to know whether or not you’re rooting for the Greatest American Hero or coming simply to root against Landycakes.
A brief primer
There are 18 teams in Liga MX, and each FIFA calendar year is split into two torneo (tournaments) - the Apertura (opening, which runs from August through December) and the Clausura (closing, which runs from January through June).