The Red Devils of Toluca celebrated a comprehensive triumph at the Estadio Nemesio Díez, defeating the White Roosters with an impressive score of 4-0. Under the direction of coach Antonio Mohamed, the team demonstrated strong performance and efficiency, starting the scoring as early as the 14th minute of the first half with a goal from Nicolás Castro. Paulinho then doubled the lead with a shot at the 21st minute, followed up by Alexis Vega’s strike at the 28th minute. To cap off the match, Jesús Angulo added a fourth goal at the 65th minute, solidifying the victory.
Querétaro struggled to find their rhythm, with Diego Reyes hitting the post twice, hindering any potential celebration for the visitors.
Paulinho was undoubtedly the standout player of the match, contributing 1 goal and taking 6 shots on target. Jesús Angulo also played a crucial role, contributing 1 goal and attempting 2 shots throughout the game.
Toluca’s coach, Antonio Mohamed, set up a 4-5-1 formation, with Hugo González in goal; the defensive line featured Santiago Simón, Bruno Méndez, Everardo López, and Jesús Gallardo. The midfield showcased Marcel Ruiz, Franco Romero, Jesús Angulo, Nicolás Castro, and Alexis Vega; Paulinho led the attack.
On the other hand, Querétaro, managed by Benjamín Mora, lined up in a 4-5-1 formation with Guillermo Allison in goal. The defensive unit included Jaime Gómez, Diego Reyes, Santiago Homenchenko, and Omar Mendoza. The midfield consisted of Ángel Zapata, Lucas Rodríguez, Rodrigo Bogarín, Eduardo Armenta, and Jonathan Perlaza, with Ali Ávila tasked with scoring up front.
The referee for the match was Luis Santander Aguirre.
Looking ahead, Toluca FC will face Tijuana in their next outing, while Querétaro will host Chivas at Estadio La Corregidora. Toluca currently leads the table with 31 points, whereas Querétaro sits in 16th place with just 11 points.
Substitutions for Toluca FC
61’ 2T – Marcel Ruiz for Héctor Herrera, Alexis Vega for Oswaldo Virgen
72’ 2T – Paulinho for Robert Morales
81’ 2T – Nicolás Castro for Antonio Briseño
Yellow Card for Toluca FC:
34’ 1T – Alexis Vega (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Querétaro
30’ 1T – Jaime Gómez for Jhojan Julio
45’ 2T – Eduardo Armenta for Michael Carcelén, Jesús Gallardo for Alek Álvarez
66’ 2T – Lucas Rodríguez for Pablo Barrera
68’ 2T – Rodrigo Bogarín for Carlo García
73’ 2T – Jonathan Perlaza for Francisco Venegas