Cruz Azul avoids embarrassment at the Azteca: La Máquina ties Toluca FC at the last minute in the Mexico City stadium

Cruz Azul secured a late draw against Toluca FC during a Week 10 match of the Liga MX Apertura 2026 tournament at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The reigning champion avoided defeat by scoring in the final moments of the encounter.

The match has been characterized as one of the standout fixtures of the current tournament. Despite the late equalizer, the champion performance involved nearly succumbing to ongoing competitive struggles at their home stadium.