In an impressive display during Matchday 9 of Liga MX, Toluca FC overwhelmed Chivas with a convincing 3-0 victory at the Akron Stadium. The celebration for the visitors began early, as Paulinho struck the first goal at the 20th minute with a well-executed play. Just three minutes later, in the 23rd minute, Jesús Gallardo doubled the lead with a deft header that left the opposing goalkeeper with no chance.
The final blow came just 10 minutes into the second half, when Alexis Vega sealed the deal with a superb finish after receiving a pass from Nicolás Castro. Vega skillfully placed the ball in the bottom left corner, rendering the keeper powerless to stop it.
Jesús Gallardo was named the man of the match, contributing both defensively and offensively with one goal. Meanwhile, Alexis Vega also stood out, scoring a goal and making three attempts at the goal throughout the match.
Guadalajara’s coach, Gabriel Milito, set up his team in a 5-4-1 formation, featuring Raúl Rangel in goal and a defensive line comprising José Castillo, Diego Campillo, Luis Romo, Miguel Tapias, and Bryan González. Efraín Álvarez, Omar Govea, Fernando González, and Santiago Sandoval formed the midfield, with Armando González leading the attack.
On the other hand, Antonio Mohamed’s Toluca FC opted for a 4-5-1 formation, starting with Luis García as goalkeeper and a back four that included Diego Barbosa, Bruno Méndez, Andrés Pereira, and Jesús Gallardo. The midfield consisted of Franco Romero, Marcel Ruiz, Jesús Angulo, Nicolás Castro, and Alexis Vega, with Paulinho at the forefront.
Marco Ortiz Nava officiated the match at Akron Stadium.
Looking ahead, Chivas will take on Necaxa at home in their next fixture, while Toluca FC will host CF Monterrey. This result leaves Chivas at 8 points, placing them in 13th position, whereas Toluca FC climbs to 19 points, securing 3rd place in the standings.
Chivas Substitutions
45’ 2T – Miguel Tapias was substituted for Cade Cowell, and José Castillo was replaced by Javier Hernández.
53’ 2T – Efraín Álvarez made way for Miguel Gómez.
Chivas Bookings
23’ 2T – Diego Campillo received a yellow card.
27’ 2T – Richard Ledezma was also booked.
4’ 2T – Fernando González was sent off with a direct red card.
Toluca FC Substitutions
66’ 2T – Diego Barbosa was replaced by Santiago Simón, Jesús Angulo by Juan Domínguez, and Santiago Sandoval by Richard Ledezma.
75’ 2T – Paulinho was substituted for Robert Morales, Alexis Vega for Antonio Briseño, and Omar Govea for Gilberto Sepúlveda.
85’ 2T – Nicolás Castro made way for Héctor Herrera.
Toluca FC Bookings
41’ 1T – Luis García received a booking.
8’ 2T – Andrés Pereira was booked.
27’ 2T – Jesús Gallardo received a yellow card.
24’ 2T – Bruno Méndez was sent off with a direct red card.