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Toluca Rally Tops Columbus Crew in Leagues Cup Opener

Surrendering a two-goal lead cost the Crew two points with Puebla looming at home.

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Jul 29, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; CF Montreal forward Prince Owusu (9) shoots the ball for a goal beside Club Leon defender Ivan Moreno (7) during the second half at Stade Saputo. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Jul 29, 2025; Harrison, New Jersey, USA; Puebla forward Emiliano Gomez (11) kicks the ball during the second half against New York City FC at Sports Illustrated Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Jul 29, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Toluca midfielder Helinho (11) reacts to the win against the Columbus Crew at Lower.com Field. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Paulinho struck in the 71st and 80th minutes to erase Columbus’s 2-0 lead and force a shootout.
  • Toluca goalkeeper Luis Manuel Garcia saved three spot-kicks, including two from Diego Rossi, to secure a 4-2 shootout victory.
  • Columbus Crew opened the scoring through Diego Rossi’s 11th-minute penalty and doubled their advantage with a Max Arfsten finish early in the second half.
  • Toluca earned two points for the shootout win while Columbus collected one point in the group standings.
  • The Crew will look to rebound in their next Leagues Cup match at Lower.com Field against Puebla.