The Red Devils triumphed against the Warriors with a score of 4-2 in an exciting Liga MX match. Right from the start, Toluca FC showcased their attacking prowess with Ramiro Sordo scoring the opening goal in the 13th minute, followed by Jesús Ocejo doubling the lead just thirteen minutes later at the 26th minute. Santos Laguna fought back, with Helio Nunes netting a vital goal in the 42nd minute.
In the second half, Nunes struck again just two minutes in, adding to Toluca’s tally. Although Robert Morales scored twice for Santos Laguna, in the 17th and 49th minutes, it wasn’t enough to overturn the deficit.
Jesús Ocejo had a chance to extend Toluca’s lead further, but his shot hit the post in the 33rd minute of the first half, denying him a second goal.
Helio Nunes was undoubtedly the star of the match, netting two goals and making four attempts on the Santos goal. Robert Morales also put in a strong performance, scoring two goals for the visiting side and attempting three shots on target.
Santos Laguna’s coach, Francisco Farinós, set up his team in a 5-3-2 formation featuring Carlos Acevedo in goal, supported by a backline consisting of José Abella, Haret Ortega, Kevin Balanta, Bruno Amione, and Emmanuel Echeverría. Midfield was anchored by Javier Güémez, Fran Villalba, and Aldo López, with a forward line of Jesús Ocejo and Ramiro Sordo.
Meanwhile, Toluca FC, under the guidance of Antonio Mohamed, adopted a 4-5-1 setup with Hugo González protecting the net, a defense comprising Everardo López, Bruno Méndez, Andrés Pereira, and Sebastián Aceves. The midfield was packed with Héctor Herrera, Mauricio Isais, Helio Nunes, Nicolás Castro, and Robert Morales, while Víctor Arteaga led the attack.
Referee Salvador Pérez Villalobos officiated the match at Estadio Corona.
In their next fixtures, Santos Laguna will be visiting Puebla, whereas Toluca FC will host Tigres. With this victory, Toluca now has 3 points in the competition, placing them fourth in the standings, while Santos maintains a strong position at the top with 6 points from their matches.
Substitutions for Santos Laguna
56’ 2T – Ramiro Sordo was replaced by Cristian Dájome
67’ 2T – José Abella went off for Diego Medina, and Emmanuel Echeverría was substituted out for Jordan Carrillo
Yellow Cards for Santos Laguna:
34’ 1T Jesús Ocejo, 8’ 2T José Abella, 16’ 2T Emmanuel Echeverría
Red Card for Santos Laguna:
47’ 1T Jesús Ocejo (Second yellow card)
Substitutions for Toluca FC
45’ 2T – Andrés Pereira for Oswaldo Virgen, Sebastián Aceves for Diego Barbosa, Fran Villalba for Edson Gutiérrez, Kevin Balanta for Antony Lozano, and Víctor Arteaga for Juan Domínguez
76’ 2T – Helio Nunes for Alexis Vega
87’ 2T – Hugo González for Luis García
Yellow Cards for Toluca FC:
19’ 1T Andrés Pereira, 29’ 1T Sebastián Aceves (Simulation), 37’ 1T Víctor Arteaga, and 42’ 2T Luis García.