Match overview

Toluca ended a 15-year title drought in style on Sunday afternoon, defeating Club América 2-0 at Estadio Nemesio Diez to claim their 11th Liga MX title. With a brilliant second-leg performance and goals from Luan García and Alexis Vega, Los Diablos Rojos lifted the Clausura 2025 trophy in front of a euphoric home crowd. This win further cements Toluca’s place among the giants of Mexican football and caps off a season marked by resilience, tactical growth, and redemption.

Pre-Match Context: A Classic Final in the Making

The final brought together two of Mexico’s most historic clubs. Club América entered the tie chasing a record-extending 17th title, while Toluca looked to end a long championship drought dating back to Bicentenario 2010.

The first leg, played at Ciudad de los deportes, ended in a tense 0-0 draw, setting the stage for a decisive return leg in Toluca’s fortress-like Nemesio Diez. The match was played in front of a packed crowd of 27,000 fans, with both sides under immense pressure and expectation.

First Half: A Cautious, Tactical Duel

The opening 45 minutes were tightly contested. Both teams played conservatively, with a clear focus on maintaining defensive structure. América, led by manager André Jardine, controlled early possession, while Toluca looked to absorb pressure and strike on the counter.

Chances were few and far between, with the best opportunity of the half falling to América's Israel Reyes, who hit the left bottom post which startled Toluca early. The half ended goalless, echoing the first leg and leaving everything to play for.

Second Half: Toluca Takes Control

Luan García Breaks the Deadlock (65')

The breakthrough came in the 65th minute when Luan García, the Brazilian center-back, rose above the América defense to head home a corner kick. His goal sent the stadium into a frenzy and gave Toluca the psychological edge. It was García’s first goal of the tournament, and it couldn’t have come at a better time.

Vega Seals It From the Spot (82')

Toluca continued pressing for a second goal and were rewarded in the 82nd minute when Robert Morales was brought down in the box by América defender Sebastián Cáceres. The referee pointed to the spot, and Alexis Vega stepped up with calm precision to convert the penalty and seal the title.

Toluca’s bench erupted in celebration, while América’s players looked deflated and out of ideas.

Post-Match Reactions

Antonio “Turco” Mohamed (Toluca Head Coach)

With this win, Mohamed secured his fourth Liga MX title—each with a different club (Xolos, América, Monterrey, and now Toluca)—placing him in elite managerial company alongside Víctor Manuel Vucetich and Ignacio Trelles.

“This team showed character, discipline, and heart. We knew América would be a giant to overcome, but today, the better team won. This title belongs to the city, to the fans, and to these incredible players.”

Club América: A Bitter End to a Strong Season

Despite finishing top of the regular season table and boasting the tournament’s best attack, América fell short in the final once again. Their performance across both legs was strong in possession but toothless in the final third.

The loss raises questions about América’s tactical flexibility under Jardine and whether structural changes will be needed ahead of the Apertura 2025 campaign.

Legacy of the Win

With this victory, Toluca now ranks third on the all-time Liga MX titles list:

ClubLiga MX Titles Club América16 Chivas Guadalajara12 Toluca11

This championship marks a symbolic return to form for a club that once dominated the early 2000s under Enrique Meza. It also validates the front office’s investment in youth, experienced international talent, and coach Mohamed’s leadership.

What’s Next

Toluca will now turn their attention to the 2025 Campeón de Campeones clash and potentially the CONCACAF Champions Cup, where they’ll represent Mexico with renewed confidence.
América, meanwhile, will regroup and get ready to face LAFC in the FIFA Club World Cup Play in. Winner will move on to the FCWC.

Conclusion

After 15 long years, Toluca are champions of Mexico once again. With a resilient squad, a winning mentality, and a tactically sharp coach in Mohamed, Los Diablos Rojos are back in the spotlight—and they plan to stay there.

Toluca Crowned Liga MX Champions After Historic Win Over Club América

Match overview