Chivas and Toluca settle for goalless draw in Apertura 2024 opener

Guadalajara and Toluca showcased their skills but lacked the finishing touch, resulting in a goalless draw in the opening match of the Apertura 2024 at Estadio Akron. The match saw opportunities for both sides, with Chivas’ Cade Cowell and Toluca’s Tiago Volpi being key figures in the game.

Fernando Gago’s Guadalajara side displayed verticality and ball control, with players like Javier Hernández, Piojo Alvarado, and Nene Beltrán creating chances. On the other hand, Toluca relied on a defensive approach, thwarting most of Chivas’ attacks.

The Rebaño Sagrado will now face Xolos at Estadio Caliente before visiting Querétaro, marking their first away fixtures of the season. The team will be looking to secure their first win after the draw against Toluca.

In a game of near misses, the likes of Cowell, Hernández, and Beltrán came close but failed to find the back of the net. Both teams showed promise in the opener, setting the stage for an exciting Apertura 2024 campaign.

With the match ending in a stalemate, both managers, Fernando Gago and Renato Paiva, will be analyzing their strategies and looking to make adjustments for the upcoming games. The next fixtures will be crucial for both Guadalajara and Toluca as they aim to climb the league table early in the season.