Liga MX Apertura - Quarter-finals
FC Juarez 1 - 2 FT Toluca
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
3' J. Murillo (Puma)
17' Homer Martinez
↓ D. Garcia ↑D. Ochoa 21'
28' Diego Ochoa
Diego Barbosa 35'
HT
56' ↓ R. Morales ↑Helinho
A. Briseno 56'
↓ Ricardinho ↑R. Fulgencio 63'
↓ O. Estupinan ↑A. Zaldivar 63'
Paulinho (D. Barbosa) 65'
76' ↓ J. Angulo ↑H. Herrera
86' Rodolfo Pizarro
↓ H. E. Martinez Yepez ↑D. Villalpando 90'+1
↓ R. Pizarro ↑L. Silva 90'+2
90'+3 ↓ Paulinho ↑E. del Villar
90'+3 ↓ N. Castro ↑F. Arce
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
FC Juarez
Midfielders
H. Gonzalez 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Barbosa 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7
Rating
A. Briseno 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
F. Pereira 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
67%
Pass Acc
J. Gallardo
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
43%
Pass Acc
J. Angulo
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
35%
Pass Acc
F. Romero 
MAGNET
66
Activity
66
Activity
58
Passes
8
Duels
M. Ruiz
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
44%
Pass Acc
N. Castro
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
58%
Pass Acc
R. Morales
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
56
Entry
Paulinho
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
L. Garcia 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Isais
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. del Villar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Alvarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Pumpido
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. P. Dominguez Chonteco
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Herrera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Arce
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Helinho
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
15%
Pass Acc
O. Virgen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Toluca
Midfielders
S. Jurado
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Garcia 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
J. Murillo
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
J. Manriquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Mayorga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Guilherme Castilho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. E. Martinez Yepez 
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
14%
Pass Acc
6.3
Rating
Ricardinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
R. Pizarro
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
26%
Pass Acc
6.9
Rating
Puma
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.3
Rating
O. Estupinan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
BENCH
B. Diaz
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
D. Ochoa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. J. Nevarez Pulgarin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Villalpando
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Fulgencio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. A. Gonzalez Mendoza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Silva
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Larios
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Zaldivar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/30/2025 | Toluca | 0 - 0 | FC Juarez | Liga MX | Estadio Nemesio Diez |
| 11/27/2025 | FC Juarez | 1 - 2 | Toluca | Liga MX | Estadio Olimpico Benito Juarez |
| 08/12/2025 | FC Juarez | 0 - 2 | Toluca | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez |
| 02/22/2025 | FC Juarez | 0 - 4 | Toluca | Liga MX | Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez |
FC Juarez Win
Toluca Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Toluca Overturn Early Deficit in First-Leg Thriller
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 72/100. Our take is that a relentless second-half attacking display was the perfect answer to a shocking start, handing the visitors a crucial quarter-final advantage.
The Early Ambush
The Estadio Olimpico Benito Juarez erupted in the blink of an eye, setting an incredible tone for this highly anticipated first-leg clash. With just three minutes on the clock, J. Murillo latched onto a wonderfully weighted pass from Puma to give FC Juarez a dream start. The sheer Intensity of those frantic opening exchanges suggested a monumental upset might be brewing under the stadium lights. However, Toluca entirely refused to panic. The visitors immediately asserted massive authority over the middle of the park, shifting into a higher gear that allowed them to completely dominate possession. Despite the heroic, last-ditch defensive interventions from Alejandro Mayorga to keep the home side's razor-thin advantage intact, the tide of the match was visibly turning into a one-sided siege. The visitors continuously generated relentless corner pressure, pinning the hosts deep in their own half and meticulously mapping out their eventual breakthrough.
Breaking the Dam
As the second half commenced, the Balance of power shifted definitively and aggressively toward the visiting side. The attacking barrage yielded a staggering 23 total shots compared to a mere six from the overwhelmed hosts, turning the penalty area into an absolute shooting gallery. This relentless knocking on the door finally paid massive dividends in the 56th minute when A. Briseno found the back of the net to deservedly level the tie. Smelling blood in the water, the visitors kept their collective foot firmly pressed on the gas pedal. Less than ten minutes later, Paulinho connected with a precise, defense-splitting delivery from D. Barbosa to flip the script entirely. Generating an immense 3.49 expected goals over the ninety minutes, the continuous attacking wave was simply far too overwhelming for the exhausted home defense to weather.
Advantage Secured
This defining result drastically alters the fundamental Stakes of this gripping quarter-final clash. By securing a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory on the road, the confident visitors take a truly precious advantage into the highly anticipated return leg scheduled for November 30. For the devastated hosts, failing to capitalize on their lightning-fast start leaves them staring up at a massive mountain to climb. The sheer volume of high-quality chances conceded throughout the evening paints a worrying picture for their overall chances of overturning this first-leg deficit. As the final referee's whistle echoed around the ground, the contrasting emotions were incredibly evident—the visiting camp marched off with their heads held high, while the home side must now completely rethink their overarching tactical approach before the decisive second chapter of this knockout tie.
Key Questions
How did FC Juarez complete the comeback from behind?
They actually did not. Juarez scored first, but Toluca completed the 2-1 comeback by launching a massive offensive siege in the second half.
What does this mean for FC Juarez's season?
Trailing 2-1 after the first leg, they must win the return match on November 30 to keep their quarter-final hopes alive and avoid elimination.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Juarez aim to derail the unbeaten Toluca express
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 67/100. A classic knockout mismatch that promises fireworks as the hosts try to shock a genuine title contender.
The Setup
The road to glory starts at the Estadio Olimpico Benito Juarez. This is the crucial first leg of a tense quarter-final tie, setting the stage for a blockbuster return fixture on November 30. FC Juarez scraped into the knockout phase and now face a monumental task. Despite a battling Form rating, they are up against an absolute juggernaut. Toluca are undefeated in league action and remain ruthless away specialists, winning over half their games on the road. The massive Stakes involved mean the pressure is entirely on the hosts to secure an advantage before travelling to the altitude of Toluca.
Key Battle
An elite Stars rating guarantees individual brilliance on the pitch. The spotlight falls directly on Óscar Estupiñán to lead the line for the home side. He must convert his limited chances against a stubborn away defence featuring the in-form goalkeeper Hugo Gonzalez. At the other end, Paulinho will relentlessly test the home backline. The Toluca hitman is incredibly clinical, and restricting his space is absolutely non-negotiable for Juarez.
Our Verdict
A modest Balance rating points to a mismatch in overall quality. Expect Toluca to absorb early pressure before picking the hosts apart in transition. We anticipate a 2-1 away victory, putting Toluca in full control ahead of the second leg.