LIVESTREAM LFA Championship Game: CDMX Mexicas vs Osos de Monterrey, July 13, 03:00 CET (3 am, 9 pm July 12 ET)

AFI | American Football | 07/12/2025

The CDMX Mexicas (7-1) and Osos de Monterrey (6-2) will battle for supremacy in Tazón México VIII at Estadio Olímpico BUAP in Puebla, as Mexico’s Liga de Fútbol Americano Profesional (LFA) crowns a new champion following the elimination of two-time defending titleholders Caudillos de Chihuahua.

Rivalry transcends sport
This final reignites the storied rivalry between Mexico City (“chilangos”) and Monterrey (“regios”), a clash steeped in cultural, economic, and regional pride. The Mexicas, representing the capital, face the industrial north’s Osos in a matchup that extends beyond football, symbolizing a nationwide contest of identity.

Mexicas’ quest for legacy
The top-seeded Mexicas dominated the regular season, their lone loss coming against the Caudillos, and advanced to the final by defeating debutants Arcángeles de Puebla 43-28 in the semifinals. A founding LFA franchise (2006), CDMX seeks its second title after winning Tazón México III in 2018. Linebacker Colby Campbell, a Player of the Year contender, anchors their defense, praising the league’s growth: “I’ve played in six international leagues… the LFA stands out because the competition is much more balanced.”

Osos’ resurgence under new vision
The Osos, rebranded from the Fundidores after a 2023 ownership takeover by NBA star Blake Griffin and ex-NFL lineman Ryan Kalil, stunned the league by dethroning Chihuahua 27-24 in the semifinals. Their first final appearance under the new identity, the Osos aim to leverage a revitalized roster and strategic upgrades to claim their first title since 2019.

Venue embraces football history
Estadio Olímpico BUAP (22,000 capacity) hosts its first LFA championship, joining Mexico City, Tijuana, Chihuahua, and Querétaro as Tazón hosts. The stadium, renowned for soccer and concerts, now stages Mexico’s premier football event, reflecting the league’s expanding footprint.

Entertainment meets gridiron action
Mirroring the Super Bowl’s spectacle, Tazón México VIII will feature halftime and post-game shows with over 40 performers, including Erik Rubín, Kalimba, Sandra Echeverría, and legendary bands La Sonora Santanera and La Sonora Dinamita.

Stakes and styles clash
The Mexicas rely on Campbell’s defensive leadership and a balanced offense to exploit the Osos’ secondary. For Monterrey, containing Campbell and unleashing their retooled passing attack will be critical. With regional pride and a trophy on the line, Puebla’s stage is set for a historic duel.

Kickoff at Estadio Olímpico BUAP promises a landmark chapter in Mexico’s football ascent.

Watch live. Mexicas CDMX vs Osos de Monterrey, July 13, 03:00 CET (3 am, 9 pm July 12 ET)