Liga MX Apertura - 8
Toluca 3 - 1 FT Puebla
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
31' F. Pereira (R. Morales)
HT
↓ E. Gomez ↑R. Castillo 55'
↓ J. Rivas ↑I. Moreno 55'
Eduardo Navarro 63'
69' ↓ N. Castro ↑J. P. Dominguez Chonteco
↓ P. Gamarra ↑L. Rey 71'
↓ A. Organista ↑O. Gonzalez 71'
↓ E. Navarro ↑A. Araos 76'
80' ↓ J. Angulo ↑H. Herrera
80' ↓ R. Morales ↑O. Virgen
80' J. Gallardo (J. Angulo)
F. Monarrez 86'
89' O. Virgen (A. Vega)
90'+1 ↓ D. Barbosa ↑S. Simon
90'+1 ↓ A. Vega ↑J. Estrada
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Toluca
Goalkeepers
L. Garcia 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
D. Barbosa 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
5.9
Rating
Bruno Mendez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Pereira 
TRANSFORMER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Aerials Won
1
Tackles
J. Gallardo 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Midfielders
F. Romero 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
53%
Pass Acc
M. Ruiz 
MAGNET
76
Activity
76
Activity
65
Passes
11
Duels
J. Angulo
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
34%
Pass Acc
N. Castro 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
A. Vega
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
1
Assists
45%
Pass Acc
Forwards
R. Morales
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
17%
Pass Acc
BENCH
R. Beltran 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Briseno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Isais
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Alvarez
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
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Herrera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Simon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Arce
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Virgen 
CLUTCH HERO
89
Goal Time
89
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.3
Rating
J. Estrada
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Puebla
Goalkeepers
J. Gonzalez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
J. Rivas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
E. Navarro 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
56%
Duel Win %
J. Fedorco 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
1
Interceptions
1
Tackles
E. Orona
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
32%
Pass Acc
F. Monarrez
CLUTCH HERO
86
Goal Time
86
Goal Time
Penalty
Impact
6.7
Rating
Midfielders
P. Gamarra
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Organista
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
N. Diaz 
ENFORCER
5
Tackles
5
Tackles
6
Duels Won
75%
Win %
E. Gomez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
Forwards
E. Lozano
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
BENCH
J. Rodriguez
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
L. Rey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. R. Pachuca Martinez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Castillo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Moreno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Gonzalez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Baltazar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Garnica
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Araos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Robles
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2025 | Toluca | 3 - 1 | Puebla | Liga MX | Estadio Nemesio Díez |
| 03/15/2025 | Puebla | 0 - 3 | Toluca | Liga MX | Estadio Cuauhtémoc |
| 10/23/2024 | Toluca | 5 - 0 | Puebla | Liga MX | Estadio Nemesio Díez |
| 01/27/2024 | Puebla | 1 - 1 | Toluca | Liga MX | Estadio Cuauhtémoc |
| 11/01/2023 | Toluca | 0 - 1 | Puebla | Liga MX | Estadio Nemesio Díez |
| 06/24/2023 | Toluca | 1 - 1 | Puebla | Friendlies Clubs | Estadio Nemesio Díez |
Toluca Win
Puebla Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +9
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -7
P: 8 GD: -7
P: 8 GD: -9
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
Late Drama Punctuates Toluca’s Attacking Masterclass
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 65/100. A thoroughly dominant display by the hosts was nearly complicated by late VAR drama, but a clinical finish in the dying moments secured a vital three points in the playoff race.
The Opening Act
The hosts wasted no time establishing an iron grip on the match at Estadio Nemesio Díez. Dictating the tempo with controlled possession, Toluca launched an absolute attacking siege from the start. A staggering 27 shots told the story of a completely one-sided affair, with the sheer Intensity of their pressing pinning Puebla deep inside their own half. The breakthrough felt inevitable and duly arrived in the 31st minute when F. Pereira found the back of the net, capitalizing on sharp buildup play from R. Morales. Despite the constant bombardment and an endless stream of corners, the visitors scrambled well enough to keep the deficit at a single goal going into the break.
The Pivot
For much of the second half, the Balance of play remained firmly tilted toward the hosts, yet they lacked the killer blow to put the match completely to bed. The turning point finally materialized in the 80th minute as J. Gallardo doubled the advantage after a neat pass from J. Angulo, seemingly ending any hopes of an upset. However, Liga MX rarely follows a straightforward script. Out of nowhere in the 86th minute, Fernando Monarrez converted a crucial penalty for the visitors. A tense VAR review confirmed the decision, instantly changing the complexion of the tie and injecting unexpected jeopardy into the final moments.
Resolution
Just as a shocking late equalizer loomed as a genuine possibility, the hosts ruthlessly restored order. With the Stakes soaring in their pursuit of the league leaders, A. Vega stepped up to deliver a sublime piece of creativity. He found substitute O. Virgen, who calmly slotted home in the 89th minute to cap off a wild nine-minute sequence featuring three goals. This late flurry ensured there would be no historic comeback to steal the headlines. The 3-1 victory cements Toluca’s third-place standing and playoff credentials, while keeping the visitors stranded in the lower reaches of the table.
Key Questions
How did substitute Alexis Vega change the game?
Despite the late tension, he provided a decisive creative spark, delivering a brilliant 89th-minute assist to O. Virgen that killed the game off permanently.
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.
Title Contenders Meet Bottom-Half Battlers
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 54/100. An unbeaten title contender hosts a struggling side in a match that hinges on individual attacking brilliance rather than competitive tension.
The Setup
Toluca enter Estadio Nemesio Díez boasting an invincible record so far this Apertura. Sitting comfortably in third place with 26 points, their watertight defense has conceded just seven times in twelve matches. A modest Stakes rating reflects the massive gulf in class, as Puebla currently languish in 14th place, struggling to find any meaningful consistency. However, a highly impressive Stars rating indicates there will be plenty of attacking quality on display, even if the overall Balance of the tie leans heavily toward the dominant hosts. Puebla's recent patch of form has been completely unpredictable, but they will desperately hope to catch their opponents off guard on an uncharacteristically bad day. An incredible Form rating confirms the home side is clicking perfectly across the pitch.
Key Battle
The focus falls on Paulinho taking on Carlos Baltazar. The home side's attacking focal point has been absolutely electric in recent weeks, demanding constant attention from opposition defenses. He faces off against Puebla's primary creative spark; Baltazar must orchestrate rapid, effective counter-attacks if the visitors are to exploit the tiny gaps left by Toluca's relentless forward push.
Our Prediction
Toluca 2-0 Puebla. The hosts will command possession and completely dictate the tempo from the opening whistle. Puebla might hold firm defensively in the early exchanges, but sustained pressure from the home attackers will eventually break their resolve, securing a comfortable victory.