The FIFA World Cup may have wrapped up for Mexico, but for fans looking to keep the excitement alive, Mexican soccer is back. Hulu + Live TV Español is kicking off July with the return of Liga MX's Apertura 2026 tournament, giving viewers a front-row seat to one of the most popular and passionate soccer leagues in North America.
The new Liga MX season begins July 16 on Univision and TUDN, bringing back historic rivalries, packed stadiums and the race to lift the Apertura trophy. For Mexican soccer fans in the United States, the opening of the new campaign offers the perfect opportunity to stay connected to their favorite clubs after the World Cup, with months of high stakes matches and unforgettable moments ahead.
The action continues on July 25 with the annual Campeón de Campeones match, when Toluca and Cruz Azul face off in a battle between two of Liga MX's most recent champions. Airing on Univision and TUDN, the prestigious showdown has become one of the marquee events of the summer and gives fans another must-watch matchup as the new season gets underway.
Beyond the soccer field, Hulu + Live TV Español is also delivering a packed lineup of Spanish-language entertainment throughout July.
One of the month's biggest television premieres is Corazón de Oro, debuting July 14 at 10 p.m. ET on Univision. The telenovela reunites Mexican stars Gabriel Soto and Mayrín Villanueva as co-leads for the first time in more than a decade. The drama follows Luz, a hardworking single mother whose life is turned upside down after an unexpected inheritance sparks a battle driven by family, ambition and loyalty. As long-buried secrets emerge, she must navigate love, betrayal and sacrifice to protect those she loves most.
The cast also includes Gala Montes, Diego Olivera and Cynthia Klitbo.
Viewers can also continue following Tan Cerca de Ti, Nace el Amor, airing Monday through Friday at 8 p.m. ET on Univision. The romantic drama stars David Zepeda, Oka Giner and Julián Gil.
At 9 p.m. ET, Univision presents Guardián de Mi Vida, featuring Silvia Navarro, Daniel Arenas, Paulina Goto and Diego Klein in another prime-time drama centered on love, family and emotional twists.
Reality TV fans will also find plenty to watch this month. Garra vs. Veneno: Guerreros Mundiales continues airing Monday through Friday at 8 p.m. ET on UniMás and Sundays at 8 p.m. ET on Univision. Hosted by Lambda García and Cynthia Urías, the competition pits 24 contestants against demanding physical and mental challenges as they fight to keep their teams alive. Participants include Chef Yisus, Miguel Espinoza and Jahn Lozada.
Families looking for lighter entertainment can tune into Season 2 of Piensa Rápido, hosted by Adrián Uribe. Airing Monday through Friday at 7 p.m. ET on UniMás, the game show blends humor, Latino culture and quick thinking as teams compete for a $10,000 prize.
Rounding out the lineup is Season 2 of Desafío The Box, airing Monday through Friday at 10 p.m. ET on UniMás. The hit reality competition continues to push contestants through extreme physical and strategic challenges as eliminations narrow the field until a single champion remains.
From the return of Liga MX and the highly anticipated Campeón de Campeones showdown to new telenovelas and fan-favorite reality competitions, Hulu + Live TV Español offers Latino audiences a full slate of sports and entertainment throughout July. For soccer fans wondering where to keep watching Mexican soccer after the World Cup, the new Liga MX season is just getting started.
