The match saw the Red Devils and the Rojiblancos sharing the spoils at Estadio Nemesio Diez this Sunday, concluding with a scoreline of 1-1.
Toluca FC initially took the lead with a goal from Franco Rossi in the 71st minute of the second half. However, Atl. de San Luis responded valiantly, netting an equalizer through a penalty kick successfully converted by João Pedro Galvão in the 91st minute.
The standout player of the match was Andrés Sánchez, the goalkeeper for Atl. de San Luis, who exhibited exceptional skills by saving six attempts on goal.
Franco Rossi also shone throughout the match, scoring one goal and attempting three shots on the opposing goal for Toluca FC.
In a moment of brilliance, defender Aldo Cruz electrified the crowd with an impressive nutmeg against Santiago Simón at the 91-minute mark.
Coached by Antonio Mohamed, Toluca lined up in a 4-4-2 formation with Hugo González in goal, supported by Diego Barbosa, Antonio Briseño, Luan, and Mauricio Isais in defense. The midfield featured Sebastián Córdova, Pavel Pérez, Fernando Arce, and Víctor Arteaga, while Alexis Vega and Franco Rossi led the attack.
Meanwhile, the team managed by Raúl Chabrand opted for a 4-3-3 setup, fielding Andrés Sánchez as their last line of defense and deploying Roman Torres, Juanpe Ramírez, Aldo Cruz, and Eduardo Águila at the back. In midfield, they had Roberto Meraz, Sébastien Salles, and Óscar Macías, with a attacking trio of Leonardo Flores, Jesús Medina, and João Pedro Galvão.
The match was officiated by referee Adonai Escobedo González.
Looking ahead to the next round, Toluca FC will face Club América in an away game, while Atl. de San Luis will welcome Pumas UNAM.
Following this draw, Toluca FC remains in fourteenth position, accumulating 15 points, while Atl. de San Luis sits in fifth place with 27 points.
Substitutions for Toluca FC
45’ 2H – Luan was replaced by Everardo López, Diego Barbosa by Jorge Díaz, and Víctor Arteaga by Santiago Simón.
62’ 2H – Sebastián Córdova was replaced by Nicolás Castro.
74’ 2H – Franco Rossi came off for Franco Romero.
Yellow cards for Toluca FC:
32’ 1H Luan (Reiterating fouls) and 47’ 2H Pavel Pérez (Arguing with an opponent).
Substitutions for Atl. de San Luis
56’ 2H – Leonardo Flores was substituted by Anderson Duarte.
72’ 2H – Roberto Meraz was replaced by Miguel García.
73’ 2H – Jesús Medina came off for David Rodríguez.
82’ 2H – Óscar Macías was replaced by Santiago Muñoz.
Yellow card for Atl. de San Luis:
47’ 2H Aldo Cruz (Arguing with an opponent).