This Saturday, the Diablos Rojos showcased their prowess, defeating the home team, CF Monterrey, in the first leg of the Liga MX. Under the guidance of coach Antonio Mohamed, Toluca’s efficiency left their opponents empty-handed in a true battle of giants. Despite goals from Sergio Ramos (12’ 2T, penalty) and Roberto De La Rosa (29’ 2T) for Monterrey, Toluca celebrated thanks to strikes from Andrés Pereira (19’ 1T), Paulinho (42’ 1T), and Helio Nunes (5’ 2T, penalty).
CF Monterrey’s attempts to reduce the deficit were thwarted when Germán Berterame hit the post in the 74th minute of the second half.
Helio Nunes emerged as the standout player of the match, scoring once and attempting two shots on goal against Monterrey.
Andrés Pereira was also a key player for Toluca in defense, scoring a goal and clearing three dangerous balls during the game.
Coach Antonio Mohamed opted for a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Hugo González in goal; Everardo López, Franco Romero, Andrés Pereira, and Jesús Gallardo in defense; Marcel Ruiz, Nicolás Castro, Jesús Angulo, and Santiago Simón in midfield; and Paulinho and Helio Nunes in attack.
On the other side, Domènec Torrent’s Monterrey employed a 5-4-1 strategy, with Luis Cárdenas as their goalkeeper; Ricardo Chávez, Stefan Medina, Sergio Ramos, Gerardo Arteaga, and Luis Reyes in defense; Oliver Torres, Fidel Ambriz, Jorge Rodríguez, and Sergio Canales in midfield; and Germán Berterame leading the line.
The match was officiated by Luis Santander Aguirre.
Substitutions for Toluca FC
62’ 2T – Helio Nunes for Antonio Briseño
71’ 2T – Jesús Angulo for Robert Morales
83’ 2T – Paulinho for Diego Barbosa
Yellow Card for Toluca FC:
43’ 2T – Franco Romero (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for CF Monterrey
45’ 2T – Fidel Ambriz for Iker Fimbres and Luis Reyes for Anthony Martial
58’ 2T – Oliver Torres for Roberto De La Rosa
59’ 2T – Ricardo Chávez for Erick Aguirre
77’ 2T – Jorge Rodríguez for Lucas Ocampos