Toluca defeats Monterrey 2-0 to claim the 2026 Leagues Cup title

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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Toluca defeats Monterrey 2-0 to claim the 2026 Leagues Cup title
Summary

Toluca secured the 2026 Leagues Cup title after defeating Monterrey 2-0 in the final held Sunday, Sept. 6, in Houston. Alexis Vega opened the scoring in the fourth minute following a defensive error by Monterrey midfielder Orbelin Pineda. Helinho extended the lead in the 70th minute by converting a rebound after a shot from Federico Viñas. The victory adds to a period of success under manager Antonio Mohamed, who has now led the club to six trophies. By winning the tournament, Toluca earned a bye to the round of 16 in the 2027 Concacaf Champions Cup. Monterrey and León also qualified for the continental competition through their performances in the Leagues Cup.

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  • Alexis Vega scored the opening goal in the fourth minute.
  • Helinho added an insurance goal for Toluca in the 70th minute.
  • The match took place in Houston on Sept. 6, 2026.
  • Toluca manager Antonio Mohamed has now won six trophies with the club.
  • Toluca, Monterrey, and León all qualified for the 2027 Concacaf Champions Cup.
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  • 4:18 AMYahoo SportsToluca wins Leagues Cup with Vega, Helinho scoring to beat Monterrey
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The Diablos Rojos added another trophy to the club's impressive case with manager Antonio Mohamed shoring up his place in the team's history.

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