Toluca Crowned Campeónes Cup Champions After Defeating LA Galaxy in Cross-League Showcase
CARSON, Calif. October 1, 2025 —
Mexican champions Toluca continued their run by defeating the LA Galaxy in the 2025 Campeones Cup, earning another international trophy and reinforcing Liga MX’s recent dominance over Major League Soccer.
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The match brought together the 2024 MLS Cup champions, LA Galaxy, and Toluca, who qualified after defeating Club América in the 2025 Campeón de Campeones.
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The annual showdown between the champions of MLS and Liga MX once again delivered an entertaining spectacle at Dignity Health Sports Park. Both clubs showcased attacking football in front of an energetic crowd, with momentum shifting throughout the night.
LA Galaxy struck first through Diego Fagúndez from the penalty spot.
Toluca responded after halftime with Nicolás Castro leveling the score.
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Gabriel Pec appeared to have handed the Galaxy the victory with a late goal in the 85th minute.
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Toluca refused to quit. Franco Romero equalized just minutes later, and defender Federico Pereira stunned the home crowd with a dramatic stoppage-time winner to complete an unforgettable 3-2 comeback.
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The victory marked Toluca’s first Campeones Cup title and extended Liga MX’s recent success in the competition.
The Mexican side displayed resilience, composure, and championship mentality by overcoming two deficits to lift another trophy in what has become a memorable 2025 campaign.
For LA Galaxy, the defeat was a difficult result after leading twice.
Gabriel Pec once again proved to be one of the club’s brightest attacking threats, while the Galaxy showed they can compete with one of Liga MX’s top teams despite falling just short.
From the opening whistle, both clubs played with the urgency expected of champions.
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LA Galaxy looked dangerous in transition, with Gabriel Pec constantly stretching Toluca’s back line through his pace and creativity. Diego Fagúndez dictated the tempo in midfield and calmly converted from the penalty spot, giving the home supporters plenty to cheer about.
Despite falling behind, Toluca never lost its composure, relying on its experienced core to patiently build attacks before striking when the opportunities came.
The atmosphere at Dignity Health Sports Park matched the intensity on the field. Thousands of Galaxy supporters filled the stands in blue, white, and gold.
Toluca’s traveling fans brought an unmistakable sea of red, waving flags, chanting throughout the night, and creating an electric environment.
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Toluca’s dramatic comeback earned the trophy, but both clubs delivered a memorable spectacle that showcased the passion, talent, and competitiveness between the two leagues.
The Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 2025 Michelob ULTRA Campeones Cup. Federico Pereira, he scored the dramatic stoppage-time winning goal that completed Toluca’s 3–2 comeback over the LA Galaxy, capping off an outstanding all-around defensive performance.
Final Score
LA Galaxy 2-3 Toluca
Goals
- LA Galaxy: Diego Fagúndez (36’ PK), Gabriel Pec (85’)
- Toluca: Nicolás Castro (54’), Franco Romero (88’), Federico Pereira (90+3’)
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