Liga MX Clausura - 1
Monterrey 0 - 1 FT Toluca
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Helinho 23'
H. Gonzalez 24'
F. Arce 38'
HT
Helinho (S. Simon) 56'
59' ↓ G. Arteaga ↑L. Reyes
59' ↓ A. Martial ↑R. de la Rosa
60' ↓ E. Aguirre ↑R. Chavez
↓ O. Virgen ↑J. Diaz 67'
71' ↓ F. Ambriz ↑I. Fimbres
↓ P. Perez ↑F. Pereira 74'
F. Pereira 78'
81' ↓ O. Torres ↑C. Reyes
↓ N. Castro ↑A. Alvarez 82'
↓ Helinho ↑J. Angulo 82'
D. Barbosa 86'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Monterrey
Goalkeepers
L. Cardenas 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
E. Aguirre 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
37%
Pass Acc
S. Medina 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
A. Aceves 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
5
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
G. Arteaga 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
J. Rodriguez 
MAGNET
84
Activity
84
Activity
73
Passes
11
Duels
F. Ambriz
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
S. Canales
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
65%
Pass Acc
O. Torres
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
A. Martial
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
G. Berterame
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
S. Mele 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
R. Chavez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Guzman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Salcedo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Reyes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Fimbres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Reyes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. de la Rosa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Rojas
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
O. Galvez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Toluca
Goalkeepers
H. Gonzalez 
PENALTY HERO
1
Pens Saved
1
Pens Saved
5
Saves
8.3
Rating
Defenders
D. Barbosa 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
3
Fouls
6.9
Rating
Bruno Mendez
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
67%
Duel Win %
E. del Villar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Isais
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
BENCH
L. Garcia
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
F. Pereira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Alvarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Pumpido
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Angulo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Diaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Arteaga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Bravo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Arroyo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Estrada
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/07/2025 | Toluca | 3 - 2 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio Nemesio Diez |
| 12/04/2025 | Monterrey | 1 - 0 | Toluca | Liga MX | Estadio BBVA Bancomer |
| 09/25/2025 | Toluca | 6 - 2 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio Nemesio Díez |
| 05/11/2025 | Toluca | 2 - 1 | Monterrey | Liga MX | Estadio Nemesio Díez |
Monterrey Win
Toluca Win
Draw
League Standings
League Standings
P: 17 GD: +17
P: 17 GD: +16
P: 17 GD: +13
P: 17 GD: +6
P: 17 GD: +12
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: +10
P: 17 GD: +3
P: 17 GD: +2
P: 17 GD: -10
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -15
P: 17 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Toluca Steal The Points At BBVA Bancomer
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 24/100. Toluca survived a relentless home barrage to snatch a crucial away victory and solidify their playoff credentials.
Opening Act
Estadio BBVA Bancomer was treated to a clash of tactical styles from the outset. Monterrey immediately dictated the tempo, dominating possession and pinning the visitors deep in their own half. The Intensity was palpable, with a staggering 30 combined shots turning the pitch into a shooting gallery over the 90 minutes. Yet, despite wave after wave of home pressure, Toluca stood firm. They absorbed the offensive blows, frustrating the hosts by committing necessary fouls to disrupt the attacking rhythm. The home side looked constantly dangerous, but the final clinical touch remained elusive during the early exchanges.
The Pivot
The match ultimately hinged on a dramatic momentum swing. Monterrey earned a golden opportunity from the penalty spot to break the deadlock and reward their dominance. However, Hugo Gonzalez produced a monumental save, silencing the home crowd and keeping his net untouched. That heroics shifted the Balance of the tie entirely. Bolstered by their keeper's brilliance, the visitors struck shortly after the break. In the 56th minute, S. Simon threaded a sharp pass into the path of Helinho. The forward made absolutely no mistake, burying the chance to snatch the lead against the run of play.
Resolution
Following the breakthrough, it was an away defensive masterclass. Nicolás Castro was instrumental in midfield, delivering key passes to relieve pressure while simultaneously shielding a stubborn backline. Monterrey pushed frantically, launching shots from all angles, but found no way through the resolute red wall. The Stakes were obvious—this gritty 1-0 away win keeps the visitors firmly entrenched in third place, locked securely in the playoff spots. For the hosts, lingering in mid-table, their failure to convert total dominance into goals resulted in a deeply frustrating night.
Key Questions
Who scored the winning goal?
Helinho scored the decisive goal in the 56th minute for Toluca, finishing off an assist from S. Simon.
What was the turning point?
Hugo Gonzalez's crucial penalty save kept the score level and swung the momentum in Toluca's favor.
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.
Unbeaten Toluca Target Vulnerable Monterrey
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 33/100. While early-season points may not dictate a title race, the staggering array of attacking talent on the pitch guarantees a compelling ninety minutes.
The Setup
This January 11, 2026 clash at Estadio BBVA Bancomer pits two squads on entirely different trajectories. Toluca arrive sitting comfortably in third place, boasting an impressive unbeaten record built on a remarkably stingy defense. Their stellar run contrasts sharply with a struggling Monterrey side stuck in ninth place after a string of disjointed performances. The low Stakes early in the Clausura campaign mean both teams might play with less caution, though a modest Balance rating highlights the clear gap in current collective quality. What simply cannot be ignored is an off-the-charts Stars rating—individual brilliance is primed to steal the show, even if Monterrey's dismal Form suggests they face an uphill battle to protect their home turf.
Key Battle
Sergio Canales against Helinho promises a mesmerizing duel of elite playmakers. Canales has been a rare bright spot for the hosts, pulling the strings in the final third with vision and precision. Helinho answers for the visitors as a devastating creative engine, expertly finding pockets of space to unravel opposition defensive structures.
Our Prediction
Toluca's relentless momentum should slice right through Monterrey's disorganized back line. Expect a fluid 2-1 victory for the away side, capitalizing on swift transitions to silence the home crowd.