Ascenso MX facts for kids
| Founded | 1994 |
|---|---|
| Country | Mexico |
| Level on pyramid | 2 |
| Most championships | León Irapuato (4 titles) |
| Website | Official site: http://www.ligabancomer.mx |
Ascenso MX was a professional football (soccer) league in Mexico. It was the second most important league in the country. Think of it as the "next level up" from local teams.
The main goal for teams in Ascenso MX was to get promoted. This meant moving up to the Liga MX, which is Mexico's top football league. It's like moving from a junior league to the big leagues!
But there was also a risk. The team that finished last in Ascenso MX would be relegated. This meant they would move down to the Segunda División de México, which was the third level of Mexican football.
What is Ascenso MX?
Ascenso MX was a key part of Mexican football. It helped develop new talent and gave teams a chance to reach the highest level. The league was founded in 1994 and played for many years.
Teams competed hard in every match. They wanted to win the championship and earn that special spot in Liga MX. It was a league full of excitement and dreams for many players and fans.
Teams in the League
The Ascenso MX league usually had 14 teams. These teams came from different cities all over Mexico. Each team had its own stadium where they played their home games.
Some of the well-known teams that played in Ascenso MX included Atlante, Necaxa, and Dorados de Sinaloa. These teams often had many fans who supported them passionately.
Players and coaches worked hard to win games. They hoped to bring their team to the top league. The league was a big step for many young players hoping to become stars.
How Promotion and Relegation Worked
At the end of each season, the champion of Ascenso MX would get a chance to move up. They would play against another team to decide who got promoted to Liga MX. This was a very exciting time for the winning team and their fans.
On the other hand, the team at the very bottom of the league table would face relegation. This meant they would drop down to the third division. It was a tough consequence for not performing well enough.
This system kept the league very competitive. Every game mattered, whether a team was fighting for promotion or trying to avoid relegation. It made the matches thrilling to watch.
See also
In Spanish: Liga de Ascenso de México para niños
