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Toluca Defeats Monterrey in Thrilling Semifinal Clash
Toluca emerged victorious against Monterrey in a highly charged match at the Estadio Nemesio Diez, the first leg of the Liga MX Semifinals. The game, officiated by referee Luis Santander, concluded with a 3-2 scoreline in favor of the home side.
Toluca took an early lead in the 19th minute with a goal from F. Pereira, assisted by Helinho. Paulinho extended the “Red Devils'” advantage in the 43rd minute, thanks to a precise assist from N. Castro.
After the break, Helinho converted a penalty in the 51st minute, seemingly sealing the game. However, Monterrey responded and pulled one back in the 58th minute, also from the penalty spot, with a goal by S. Ramos. R. de la Rosa scored in the 75th minute to bring Monterrey closer on the scoreboard, leading to a high-tension end to the match.
The match was characterized by a balance in ball possession, with 50% for each team. Toluca made 11 shots, 5 of which were on target, while Monterrey took 12 shots, 4 of them directed at the goal. The match was hard-fought, with 15 fouls committed by Toluca and 10 by Monterrey. F. Romero received a yellow card for Toluca.
The second leg promises to be equally exciting.
Substitutions monterrey: at minute 46 L. Reyes came in and A. Martial went out., at minute 46 F. Ambriz came in and I. Fimbres went out., at minute 59 O. Torres came in and E. Aguirre went out., at minute 59 R. Chavez came in and R. de la Rosa went out., at minute 78 J. Rodriguez came in and L. Ocampos went out.
Substitutions toluca: at minute 62 Helinho came in and A. Briseno went out., at minute 72 J. Angulo came in and R. Morales went out., at minute 84 Paulinho came in and D. Barbosa went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Toluca
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Monterrey
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