The match for matchday 1 of Liga MX saw Toluca FC triumph over Necaxa with a score of 3-1. Necaxa started strongly, taking the lead with a well-executed goal from Pavel Pérez in the 20th minute. However, Toluca FC demonstrated their resilience and routed their opponents with three goals, celebrating a decisive victory. The goals came from Marcel Ruiz (27’), Jesús Angulo (41’), and Nicolás Castro (90’).
Pavel Pérez’s opening goal was a standout moment, showcasing his skill as he found the bottom left corner following a pass from Agustín Palavecino, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance.
Both teams had opportunities, with Necaxa’s Johan Rojas and Toluca’s Alexis Vega hitting the woodwork, denying them further goals.
Marcel Ruiz was the star of the match, contributing significantly with one goal and several attempts on goal, totaling three shots. Jesús Angulo also impressed, scoring once and aiming for the net on four occasions.
Under the guidance of coach Antonio Mohamed, Toluca employed a 4-5-1 formation with Luis García guarding the net; Diego Barbosa, Andrés Pereira, Luan, and Jesús Gallardo forming the defensive line; Franco Romero, Marcel Ruiz, Juan Domínguez, Jesús Angulo, and Alexis Vega in midfield; and Paulinho leading the attack.
Necaxa, managed by Fernando Gago, set up in a 4-4-2 formation featuring Ezequiel Unsain as goalkeeper; Jesús Alcántar, Alexis Peña, Diego De Buen, and Cristian Calderón in defense; Iván Rodríguez, Agustín Palavecino, Kevin Rosero, and Pavel Pérez in midfield; with Ricardo Monreal and Diber Cambindo as forwards.
The match was officiated by referee Fernando Hernández Gómez at the Estadio Nemesio Díez.
In the next round, Toluca FC will face Santos Laguna away, while Necaxa will host Querétaro at home. As a result of this victory, Toluca FC currently sits in second place in the standings with 3 points, while Necaxa remains at the bottom with no points.
Substitutions for Toluca FC
64’ 2T – Juan Domínguez for Bruno Méndez
65’ 2T – Paulinho for Robert Morales
74’ 2T – Jesús Angulo for Nicolás Castro
87’ 2T – Alexis Vega for Helio Nunes and Diego Barbosa for Everardo López
Yellow Cards for Toluca FC:
17’ 1T Jesús Gallardo, 46’ 1T Marcel Ruiz, and 35’ 2T Antonio Mohamed
Substitutions for Necaxa
59’ 2T – Pavel Pérez for Franco Rossano and Jesús Alcántar for Johan Rojas
70’ 2T – Ricardo Monreal for Raúl Sánchez
82’ 2T – Cristian Calderón for Tomás Badaloni
83’ 2T – Iván Rodríguez for Alejandro Andrade Rivera
Yellow Cards for Necaxa:
7’ 1T Iván Rodríguez and 42’ 2T Diego De Buen