Toluca's team, known as the Diablos Rojos, celebrated their 109th anniversary with a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Tijuana, thanks to a goal from Paulinho. Although their performance was not electrifying, moments of brilliance reminded fans of last year’s successful season. This win allowed Toluca to accumulate 12 points, placing them in the top three of the league standings, while Tijuana's defeat left them with 7 points, marking their first loss of the tournament.

The key moment of the match came from Paulinho, a Portuguese player, who not only scored the game-winning goal but also had two additional goals disallowed for offside. His performance was crucial for the team’s morale as they look to rebuild momentum after a series of draws. The match was celebrated by the fans, especially with the return of player Luis Garcia, emphasizing the joy and significance of winning at home.

Coach Antonio Mohamed made two lineup changes for this match, one being forced due to Nico Castro's muscle injury, sidelining him for at least four weeks. Pável Pérez stepped in to fill Castro’s spot. These adjustments reflect Mohamed’s strategic approach to ensure that the team remains competitive in the league as they move forward, aiming to build on this victory and improve their standing further in the upcoming matches.