The 2026 Leagues Cup kicks off with six Phase One matches, featuring matchups between MLS and Liga MX clubs. Among these clashes is the one between Tigres UANL and Real Salt Lake, set to take place at America First Field in Sandy, Utah, USA. This match will be a significant test for Tigres UANL as they seek to build upon their strong performances from previous Leagues Cup editions. 2023 and 2024 saw them reach the Round of 16, while 2025 saw them advance to the Quarterfinals. Real Salt Lake also has experience in this competition, having forced penalty shootouts in its first two Group Stage matches last year before ultimately defeating Querétaro on the final matchday.