Club America
Club America is one of the most successful and well-known teams in Mexico that has a lengthy history that dates back to. The team has won 13 Liga MX titles, as in addition to Six Copa Mexico trophies. Club America also boasts an remarkable international record. They have taken home the CONCACAF Champions' Cup on five occasions.
Deportivo Toluca F.C. is among the biggest rivals of Club America, both teams share unbroken rivalries that go all the way to the 1900s. They have played with each other for more than a hundred times during competitive matches and Toluca having the advantage when it comes to head-to-head statistics.
Over the past few years they frequently meet during their Liga MX playoffs, with Toluca taking three of four games between the two teams. But it the Club America who came out winning at the time of their last meeting at the Clausura 2018 final. They won by a score of 3-2 to take home the trophy.
Deportivo Toluca F.C
Deportivo Toluca F.C., popularly referred to as Deportivo Toluca or simply Toluca is an Mexican professional soccer club that is that is based within Toluca, State of Mexico. The club was formed in 1917, and is part of the Liga MX, the top league in Mexican football. Toluca has been the champions of the Liga MX nine times, the most recent being in 2017. Clausura. Toluca is one of the Mexican's Big Four football clubs.
The club is managed by Grupo Salinas. It is home to the Estadio Nemesio Diez that has an capacity of 30,000 seats. Toluca had their first Primera Division championship in 1951 under the leadership under the direction of Carlos Juarez on April 28 after a 5-1 win over Atletico Morelia. The following year, they were able to claim the first Copa Mexico; however, they did not get another title in the top flight until 1970-71, in which they beat Cruz Azul for the 1971 Campeon de Campeones.
Under the direction of Jose Luis Trijo, Toluca became successful in the 5th Primera Division championship in 1992 following their defeat of Club Universidad Nacional 3-1 on an aggregate during the finals. the same thing happened with another win at the league championship during the year 1998, under Enrique Meza when they once beat UNAM 3-1 on aggregate following an extra period to win the title. In 1999, Deportivo Toluca were crowned CONCAC
The Rivalry
Since their first match within the Mexican Primera Division in 1949, Club America and Deportivo Toluca F.C. have developed into one of the most fierce competitions among Mexican football. Both teams have played against each other 143 times and America winning 58 of the matches, and Toluca taking home 45.
The rivalry heated up towards the end of the 1970s as the two teams began frequently finishing close to the top of the league. In 1977, the two teams met in the finals of the Copa Mexico, with America triumphing following a victory of 2-1. Toluca was able to get revenge in the next year but they lost to America 3-1 during the semi-finals of that same tournament.
In the 1980s, there were some fierce battles between these two teams. None as much so than during the season 1983/84, when they faced off at four times within a short time. In the first match, they played to an 0-0 draw during the regular season. This was and then they played a 1-1 draw in the initial phase of their semi-final playoff tie. America followed up with a 2-1 win in the next leg, advancing to the finals, in which they were again matched against Toluca. However, this time it was Toluca that came out on victory, taking 3-2 in additional time. They won the first championship in league play since 1966.
The game took on additional significance during 1993, when the teams
Timeline of Events
Club America and Deportivo Toluca F.C. are among the most well-known soccer teams in Mexico. They share a lengthy history and have fought for a long time. Below is a chronology of the events that led up to the most recent game:
- 1898 - Club America is founded as "Club Atletico Mexiquense"
- 1903- Deportivo Toluca F.C. is established
- 1904 - The two teams begin their first meeting in an informal match that results in a draw
- 1920s- Teams compete with each other in different regional tournaments
- 1930s1930s Club America becomes one of the teams that has had the greatest success in Mexico and wins numerous championships
- 1950s-60s- Deportivo Toluca F.C. has also had success and wins numerous championships
- 1970s- Both teams are within the Mexican First Division, with Club America winning the title in 1971 and 1973, and Deportivo Toluca F.C. taking it back in 1972 as well as 1974.
- 2000s- Both teams are still competitors, both going through changes and ups
- 2017- The latest game between the two teams is played, and Club America winning 3-1
The Aftermath
The Monday morning began with supporters of both teams using social media to express their opinions on the match. Many called for the coach of Toluca, Hernan Cristante, to be dismissed, while others applauded America's coach, Miguel Herrera, for his ability to play the game with a tactical edge. Herrera himself posted on Twitter to thank fans for their love and support.
A lot of people also noted the fact that this was the first victory over Toluca over the course of three years, and they regarded this as an important win to the American team. Many took to note that Toluca remains ahead of America in terms of standings, and there's still a lot to be done throughout the year.
The spotlight then moved towards the forthcoming Clasico Nacional between America and Chivas de Guadalajara. This match is one that is the most anticipated match of the year and this one will be no exception. Many fans are already anticipating what is sure to be a fierce match between Mexico's most formidable rivals.
Conclusion
The two teams, Club America and Deportivo Toluca F.C. both are both teams with a long history of rivalries between them that has gone for many years. The timeline barely scratches the surface of these two teams' competition, however it gives us an insight into how both teams have developed and grew throughout the years. From intense matches to exciting wins, their matches will be awe-inspiring games that keep the fans on the top of their game until the next time they play!
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