This is the DNA of a two-time champion. Americawho reached the quarterfinals of the Liguilla through Play In, passed over Toluca in the first leg of the series: 2-0 with two scores from Rodrigo Aguirre to go more calmly to the Nemesio Díez this Saturday, when the semi-finalist of the Apertura 2024 will be defined.
The beginning of the match seemed to indicate a complex night for América, since Toluca began controlling the ball at will. However, the first clear chances were for the homeowner, who little by little He took possession of the ball and never suffered again..
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In the 29th minute, in fact, the Eagles They managed to open the scoring thanks to Israel Reyesbut it was annulled for an advanced position. Meanwhile, the Red Devils They only worried with a shot by Marcel Ruiz well contained by Luis Malagón.
For the complement, the tone did not change. It was a matter of time before the scoring opened. In the 67th minute, after a poor start in Toluca’s defense, Brian Rodríguez launched a cross from the left and Rodrigo Aguirre headed the ball to overcome Volpi’s resistance.
At 82, the second arrived: Aguirre, hand in hand with Volpi after a new assist from Brian, defined with subtlety to score 2-0 over Toluca. Sentenced partyespecially given the very poor reaction of the visit.
It was a masterclass by André Jardinewho surprised with the starting five defenders, but it served to neutralize the rival’s attacks and associated play, and to become strong from the back. Their players understood the job perfectly and did not suffer throughout the game. With the quality that characterizes them, they managed to score and win a key match. In three days, the return.
How was America vs. Toluca? Final score
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Goals:
- AMÉ – Rodrigo Aguirre – Min. 67
- AMÉ – Rodrigo Aguirre – Min. 82
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The game is over! América beat Toluca 2-0 with two goals from Rodrigo Aguirre.
Min. 89 – Free kick by Vega that goes over the crossbar.
Min. 82 – America’s goal! Rodrigo Aguirre, one-on-one with Volpi after a new assist from Brian Rodríguez, makes it 2-0 over Toluca.
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America’s second goal falls! Aguirre signs his double with a great goal
🦅 América 2-0 Toluca 😈
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America’s second goal falls! Aguirre signs his double with a great goal
🦅 América 2-0 Toluca 😈
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Min. 77 – Triple chance for América: shot by Brian that Volpi covers, then a header by Aguirre to the post and, finally, a shot by Zendejas that hits a defender.
Min. 71 – Malagón’s save on Vega.
Min. 67 – America’s goal! Rodrigo Aguirre, with a header, makes it 1-0 over Toluca with assistance from Brian Rodríguez.
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America’s goal! The buffalo sends the ball to the back of the net
🦅 América 1-0 Toluca 😈
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America’s goal! The buffalo sends the ball to the back of the net
🦅 América 1-0 Toluca 😈
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Min. 60 – The referee signaled a penalty for América, but it was annulled due to a previous offside.
Min. 54 – Calderón’s shot hits the side of the goal.
Min. 51 – Aguirre’s scissors that bite and go over the crossbar.
Min. 46 – Aguirre’s header goes wide near the post.
The second half begins! Will we have a winner?
The first half ends at the Ciudad de los Deportes! America and Toluca do not differentiate between each other.
Min. 45 – Three more minutes will be played.
Min. 41 – Great stop from Malagón to Ruiz.
Min. 29 – Goal disallowed for América! It was from Israel Reyes, but they marked an advanced position.
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America’s goal disallowed! There is controversy with Israel Reyes
🦅 América 0-0 Toluca 😈
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America’s goal disallowed! There is controversy with Israel Reyes
🦅 América 0-0 Toluca 😈
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Min. 25 – Violantes shot that crosses the entire area.
Min. 15 – Toluca began dominating the game, but the clear chances belonged to América and, little by little, they took over the ball.
Min. 11 – Error in the start of Toluca, they give the ball to Aguirre and he shoots with the forward goalkeeper, but it goes very high.
Min. 10 – Juárez’s shot goes over the crossbar.
Min. 5 – Volpi’s save from a left-footed shot by Zendejas.
The match begins! The first leg of the Liguilla quarterfinals follows live.
Everything ready in the Ciudad de los Deportes! The duel between America and Toluca is coming.
Warm up Toluca before the start.
👹Ready to seek victory!
We want to read your messages of support! 💪🏻#AllTogether pic.twitter.com/kPuBotZTQJ
— Toluca FC (@TolucaFC) November 28, 2024
Toluca confirmed lineup. Thiago Volpi Jesús Gallardo, Federico Pereira, Luan García, Brian García; Claudio Baeza, Marcel Ruíz, Alexis Vega; Isaías Violante, Jesús Angulo, Paulinho.
Confirmed lineup of América. Luis Malagón; Kevin Álvarez, Israel Reyes, Sebastián Cáceres, Cristian Calderón, Ramón Juárez; Alan Cervantes, Álvaro Fidalgo; Alejandro Zendejas, Rodrigo Aguirre and Brian Rodríguez.
Without Henry Martín or Diego Valdés even on the bench, injured.
Toluca has arrived at the Ciudad de los Deportes! The squad and the recognition of the playing field.
🫀👹| Focus and concentration
The time for the first duel of the #4tosDeFinal. Mentally strong for the challenge! 💪🏼#AllTogether pic.twitter.com/jPmStesRZv
— Toluca FC (@TolucaFC) November 27, 2024
America is already leaving for the stadium. This was shown on social networks.
Let’s go, the Quarterfinals are almost starting! 🦅💛 pic.twitter.com/OCHqTKPysa
— Club América (@ClubAmerica) November 27, 2024
Welcome to the Sports City! The capital venue will be the scene of the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Liguilla between América and Toluca.
Confirmed lineup of America
Luis Malagón; Kevin Álvarez, Israel Reyes, Sebastián Cáceres, Cristian Calderón, Ramón Juárez; Alan Cervantes, Álvaro Fidalgo; Alejandro Zendejas, Rodrigo Aguirre and Brian Rodríguez.
Toluca confirmed lineup
Thiago Volpi Jesús Gallardo, Federico Pereira, Luan García, Brian García; Claudio Baeza, Marcel Ruíz, Alexis Vega; Isaías Violante, Jesús Angulo, Paulinho.
