León’s New Coach Ambriz to Debut Against League Leader Toluca

LEÓN, Mexico — Club León will host Toluca on Saturday, October 4, 2025, marking the debut of new coach Ignacio Ambriz. Ambriz replaces Eduardo Berizzo, who resigned last weekend after a string of poor results.

Ambriz, 60, takes over a team currently in the eleventh position in the league standings, totaling 12 points after 11 games. They are seven points away from direct qualification for the playoffs. With just six matches remaining in the regular season, León is looking for a turnaround.

This match at the Nou Camp stadium is set to begin at 8:00 p.m. local time, as León aims for a boost against Toluca, who is leading the league with 25 points.

Toluca, coached by Argentine Antonio Mohamed, arrives after winning the Campeones Cup against the LA Galaxy and is riding a five-match winning streak in the league. They are eager to maintain their spot at the top, sharing the points with Monterrey but possessing a superior goal difference.

In the lead-up to the match, Colombian midfielder James Rodríguez, captain of the Colombian national team, engaged with fans during a rally organized to support the team. He was seen mingling with supporters and celebrated alongside club legend Andrés Guardado.

“There’s nothing better than seeing James Rodríguez smile in León’s colors. He’s a key player for us,” one fan tweeted, expressing their enthusiasm for the star player.

Rodríguez has played in eight of León’s 11 matches this season, contributing two goals and one assist. The team struggles with one of the poorest attacking records in the league, having scored just 10 goals.

Ambriz expressed his determination, stating, “I need to find a way to connect with James and maximize his talents. He wants to win.” The upcoming match against Toluca represents a crucial opportunity for León to reclaim momentum in the season.