By Andrés Abril
Join us for minute-by-minute coverage of the Toluca vs Cruz Azul match, Matchday 17 of the Liga MX Clausura, goals and more.
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Near Toluca
Dangerous ball in the opponent's area that goes too far.
Offside and Toluca is saved
Cruz Azul was already winning, but the flag suddenly took away their smiles.
Where did you send her Giorgos?
A powerful shot, but off target. The ball ended up in the stands after a clear chance for La Máquina.
Weeeeeeeeer
The Colombian makes a brilliant save from Paulinho's shot. Cruz Azul is saved again.
Final minutes, Cruz Azul goes all out in front
The clock is ticking, and the Machine is forced to go for the winning goal. A draw or a loss will do them no good.
The one Bogusz failed at
The Spaniard's approach to Bogusz's one-on-one was tremendous. He didn't deflect it, but his appearance was crucial to the Pole's error.
Changes for Toluca
Enter: Helinho
Sale: Vega
Offside and Cruz Azul is saved
Paulinho had made it 3-2, but the flag prevented him from celebrating.
Yellow card for Faravelli
Strong tackle by the Argentine midfielder and immediate warning.
Changes for Cruz Azul
Enter: Morales and Charly
Exit: Gutiérrez and Romero
Romero leaves on a stretcher
Bad news for the Máquina player. After the violent collision, Romero left without a stretcher and with his hand on his face.
Luka Romero is in pain
Hard foul on the Argentine that doesn't look good at all,
Close Cruz Azul
A dangerous diagonal pass passes through three players, but fails to find the back of the net. La Máquina responds, but still hasn't gotten on the scoreboard again.
Changes in Toluca
Sale: HH
Enter: Franco Romero
Weeeeeeer
A great save from the Colombian to send the ball out for a corner. Cruz Azul is saved from another upset in this match.
Toluca squeezes
In the opening minutes, the Devils are pushing forward. Cruz Azul is slightly withdrawn.
The complementary period starts
The whistle blows and the action resumes. Cruz Azul currently holds third place overall.
End of the first half
2-2 draw at halftime
Rotondiiiiiiiiiis great goal
A shot from the Argentine and the score is tied again.
Goal for Toluca
Toluca's goal puts Canelo ahead as the first half draws to a close.
Toluca maintains its arrivals
They seize the moment and look to extend their lead before halftime.
Yellow card for Ditta
He misses the Machine's next match.
Goal for Toluca
The score is tied at La Bombonera and Juanpi, for the moment, puts the Devils back in the game.
Lopez
The Spaniard makes a brilliant save against Faraveñli's shot. Toluca escapes a 2-0 deficit. The match is close.
What the Bull tried
Another backheel from Fernández ended up in López's hand. If he landed another one of those in less than a week, the season would be over.
Cruz Azul takes control of the ball
The Cemenetos are now moving at will. Toluca chases, but they're struggling to get the ball away.
How gooooood Lira
A last-minute interception prevented Paulinho from going one-on-one with Mier. Lira's footballing form is unbeatable.
Stocks calm down
After a blistering start, it seems the mood has cooled, making this a more analytical match. The game was shared for the moment.
Pau López was getting into trouble
A huge fan from the Scarlet goalkeeper and a mistake that almost cost him a goal. Cruz Azul responded to Toluca's constant attacks.
Toluca forgive meeeees
A weak shot in the area ends up in the hands of Kevin Mier.
Toluca wants to get the thorn out quickly
Another Toluca attack puts Cruz Azul in a difficult position. La Máquina manages to contain the opponent's attacks well, but the reality is that after the goal, Toluca continues to push forward.
Stick it out and Cruz Azul is saved
Paulinho's shot hit Kevin Mier's right post.
Oh wow!!!!!
Within the same replays, a clear offside by Fernández can be seen, but despite the reviews, the goal was not disallowed. Cruz Azul is winning with a clear offside position.
Gooooooal of the Machine
Barely three minutes into the game, Rotondi's serve, and Toro, unerringly, puts the ball away. Cruz Azul is already ahead.
The meeting begins
The whistle blows and the ball rolls. Cruz Azul is determined to win to move up and grab second place in the standings, while Toluca is gearing up for the Liguilla, as no one can take away the lead. Stay with us and enjoy the minute-by-minute coverage we've prepared for you here at AS Mexico.
Toluca
Toluca is ahead after a 2-1 victory over Atlético de San Luis in Matchday 16 , remaining in second place with 30 points. Ricardo Ferretti's Diablos are lethal at the Nemesio Díez Stadium , with Alexis Vega and Paulinho leading the attack. Their goal is to finish the regular season on top.
Toluca's upcoming matches:
Cruz Azul
Cruz Azul arrives after a 2-1 victory over León in Matchday 16 , consolidating their third place with 26 points. Vicente Sánchez's Celestes, semifinalists in the Concacaf Champions League, are counting on Ángel Sepúlveda and Mateusz Bogusz to look for a win that will secure them a spot in the quarterfinals.
Day : Saturday, April 19, 2025
Time : 7:05 PM (Central Mexico Time)
Phase : Matchday 17 of the 2025 Clausura
Venue : Nemesio Díez Stadium, Toluca, State of Mexico, Mexico
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