Toluca Wins Back-to-Back Liga MX Titles After Penalty Victory Over Tigres

Toluca Makes History and Draws Level With Chivas

Toluca delivered an unforgettable night at the Estadio Nemesio Diez, defeating Tigres UANL in a dramatic penalty shootout to be crowned back-to-back Liga MX champions, drawing level with Chivas as the second-most decorated club in Mexican football history.

After a 2-2 aggregate draw across 120 intense minutes, the final was decided from the penalty spot, where Los Diablos Rojos prevailed 11-10 in one of the longest and most thrilling shootouts in league history.

An Intense Match That Pushed the Final to the Limit

Toluca came out aggressive from the opening minutes, fueled by their home crowd. The breakthrough came courtesy of a powerful long-range strike from Helio Nunes, igniting the Nemesio Diez and setting the tone for the night.

Tigres responded later in the series to level the aggregate score, forcing the match into extra time. Both sides created clear chances during the 120 minutes, but fatigue, fouls, and rising tension defined the closing stages.

Red Cards, Drama, and an Endless Penalty Shootout

The penalty shootout became a true test of composure. Both teams traded goals and misses in a sequence that seemed endless.

Toluca showed greater poise in decisive moments, with successful spot-kicks from Alexis Vega, Bruno Méndez, and Diego Barbosa, while Tigres missed crucial attempts, including a failed penalty by goalkeeper Nahuel Guzmán.

The final kick sealed the championship for Toluca, unleashing celebrations throughout the stadium.

Toluca, Back-to-Back Champions and Liga MX Legends

With this triumph, Toluca secures consecutive league titles, is officially crowned back-to-back champion, and matches Chivas in total championships, reinforcing its status as one of the true giants of Liga MX.

The night at the Nemesio Diez will be remembered as one of the club’s most iconic moments, celebrated with their supporters after a final filled with drama, resilience, and glory.