Toluca are set for a high-profile friendly against Monterrey this Saturday in Houston, a key match to maintain competitive edge during the FIFA international break. The game comes at a time of great confidence for the Scarlet Warriors, who top Liga MX with 20 points from ten games.
Mohamed's peak moment
Manager Antonio Mohamed is in a state of personal and professional fulfilment. "I am very well at the club, I am very happy. The best moment of my career," the coach explained. Mohamed has also made clear his intention to return to Argentine football in the future, stating that "it will happen at some point". His record at Toluca is exceptional, with six titles won in a year and a half.
Context and lineups
The clash serves as preparation for the resumption of the Apertura 2026, where Toluca will visit Tigres UANL on October 10th. The team will look to capitalise on high morale following their last victory over these same opponents, a 2-0 win in the Leagues Cup on September 7th. For this friendly, Mohamed could field Luis García in goal, with a defence of Luan, Bruno Méndez, Federico Pereira and Brian García. Diego Zaragoza and Nicolás Castro would anchor the midfield, supporting an attacking trio of Helinho, Pável Pérez and Alexis Vega behind striker Paulinho.
Monterrey arrive with some significant absences, including the injured Lucas Ocampos and Víctor Guzmán and Orbelín Pineda, who are on international duty with Mexico. Toluca's objective is clear: leave Shell Energy Stadium with positive feelings and no setbacks. The squad, which can be reviewed on squad, has the chance to prove their good form is solid and extends beyond official competitions. The coaching staff also sees this match as an opportunity for players with fewer minutes, such as the creative midfielder who has averaged 45 minutes per appearance this season, to gain match rhythm.
