Toluca's Diablos Rojos will face Necaxa's Rayos at the Nemesio Diez stadium on 2 August 2026 at 19:05, concluding Jornada 3 of the Apertura 2026 tournament. Toluca, coming off defeats to Pumas and Cruz Ázul, have bolstered their attack with Uruguayan striker Federico Viñas, while Necaxa, unbeaten in their first two games, sit third in the table under coach Martín Varini.
Necaxa captain Agustín Oliveros said the squad is motivated to break a 12‑match winless streak against Toluca, emphasizing the team’s youthful energy and commitment to their playing style. He added that the side will treat the encounter “as if it were a final” and aims to impose its conditions on the traditionally strong Toluca side.
Entities: Agustín Oliveros · Club Necaxa (Necaxa) · Deportivo Toluca (Toluca) · Martín Varini · Owen González