Deportivo Toluca FC

Foundation and early years (1917–1950) Deportivo Toluca F.C. was founded on 12 February 1917 in Toluca, State of Mexico. The club was established by local enthusiasts and initially competed in amateur leagues in the region. During its early decades, Toluca remained outside the national professional structure, which was formally established in 1943. Entry into professional football and promotion (1950–1960) Toluca joined the Segunda División in 1950 as part of the expansion of professional football in Mexico. The club achieved promotion to the Primera División in 1953. Following promotion, Toluca established itself as a regular participant in the top tier of Mexican football. First golden era (1960s–1970s) Toluca’s first major period of success came during the 1960s and 1970s under coach Ignacio Trelles. The club won its first league title in the 1966–67 season and successfully defended it in 1967–68. Toluca added a third championship in the 1974–75 season, consolidating its position among the leading teams in Mexican football. Transitional period (1980s–1990s) Following its early successes, Toluca went through a prolonged period without league titles, although it remained in the Primera División. During the 1980s and 1990s, the club underwent organizational and sporting changes that laid the foundation for future success. Golden era and domestic dominance (1998–2010) Toluca returned to prominence by winning the Verano 1998 championship. The club went on to win additional league titles in Verano 1999, Verano 2000, Apertura 2002, Apertura 2005, Apertura 2008, and Bicentenario 2010. During this period, José Saturnino Cardozo became the club’s all-time leading scorer with 249 goals. Toluca was widely recognized for its attacking style and consistent performances, becoming one of the most successful teams in Mexican football during this era. Toluca won its tenth league title in the Bicentenario 2010 tournament, defeating Santos Laguna in the final. This championship marked the culmination of one of the most successful periods in the club’s history. 2010-2020 Following the Bicentenario 2010 title, Toluca remained a competitive team in Liga MX, regularly qualifying for the playoffs but failing to secure another league championship during the decade. Throughout the 2010s, the club maintained its presence in Mexican football’s top tier and continued to develop players and coaching projects aimed at returning to championship contention. 2021–2025 In the Apertura 2022 tournament, Toluca reached the Liga MX final but were defeated by Pachuca, who won the championship with an 8–2 aggregate score, including a 5–1 win in the first leg and a 3–1 victory in the second. After several seasons without a league title, Deportivo Toluca FC experienced a sporting resurgence beginning in 2025 under head coach Antonio Mohamed, as the club returned to the top tier of Liga MX competition. In Clausura 2025, Toluca won the Liga MX championship, securing its 11th league title and its first since 2010. The club continued its success in the Apertura 2025, winning the title after a 9–8 victory in a penalty shootout against Tigres UANL in the final, making Toluca back‑to‑back Liga MX champions and earning its 12th league title. By securing consecutive championships, Toluca became one of the few clubs to achieve back‑to‑back titles in the short tournament era of Liga MX. Toluca also won the 2025 Campeón de Campeones, defeating Club América 3–1 at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California after their Clausura 2025 title win. ==Symbols==

Crest The crest of Deportivo Toluca F.C. has undergone several transformations throughout its history, while preserving elements that reflect the club’s tradition and achievements. Since its early years, the initials CDT (Club Deportivo Toluca) have been the central feature of the design, originally displayed within a circular frame. Over time, the visual identity incorporated ornamental elements such as laurel wreaths and a crown, symbolizing sporting success and achievements in Mexican football. Kit The evolution of Deportivo Toluca F.C.’s kit reflects significant changes since its foundation in 1917. In its early years, the team wore a white shirt with blue shorts and socks. Around 1925, a horizontal blue stripe was added to the shirt, and in 1929 the club adopted red as its primary color. From the 1930s onward, the red kit became the club’s primary identity, with variations in shorts and socks over time, remaining one of the most recognizable elements of the team. == Supporters ==

The most common nickname of the team is "red devils", a tradition that began with the promotion of Toluca to the Primera División de México in 1953. During the amateur era, Toluca's colors were blue and white, however as time went by the team began to use the red color that identifies it to this day. Toluca also has other nicknames used less frequently to refer to the team; such as: los escarlatas due to the color of their uniform or los choriceros, chorizo being one of the characteristic foods of the city of Toluca. Deportivo Toluca FC is the fifth most supported football club in Mexico, with 4.4% of fans, and also ranks fifth in generating fan interest, with 5.3%, according to the National Survey of Football Fans 2025 conducted by Mitofsky. The club’s fan base continued to grow in 2026. According to Consulta Mitofsky’s annual sports preferences survey, Toluca’s share of national football fans increased from 4.4% in 2025 to 6.1% in 2026. == Stadium ==

Management staff Coaching staff ==Players==

Current squad Out on loan ==Honours==

Domestic International Subregional ==International competitions==

CONCACAF • CONCACAF Champions Cup ::1968 CONCACAF Champions' Cup: Champions ::1969 CONCACAF Champions' Cup: Second Round ::1972 CONCACAF Champions' Cup: Semifinals ::1974 CONCACAF Champions' Cup: First Round ::1998 CONCACAF Champions' Cup: Runners-up ::1999 CONCACAF Champions' Cup: Quarterfinals ::2000 CONCACAF Champions' Cup: Quarterfinals ::2003 CONCACAF Champions' Cup: Champions ::2006 CONCACAF Champions' Cup: Runners-up ::2009–10 CONCACAF Champions League: Semifinals ::2010–11 CONCACAF Champions League: Quarterfinals Final ::2013–14 CONCACAF Champions League: Runners-up ::2019 CONCACAF Champions League: Round of 16 ::2024 CONCACAF Champions League: First Round CONMEBOL • Copa Libertadores: 3 appearances ::2007: Round of 16 ::2013: Group stage ::2016: Round of 16 • Copa Sudamericana: 1 appearance ::2006: Semifinals • Copa Merconorte: 1 appearance ::2000: First round • Copa Interamericana: 1 appearance ::1969: Runner up == Managers ==

Top scorers Top appearances Top managers appearances League top scorers Major players The following is a list of players who have made 100 or more first team appearances for the club. This consists of appearances in Liga MX, Ascenso MX, Copa MX, CONCACAF Champions League, Copa Libertadores, Copa Sudamericana, and their predecessors. Players with fewer appearances are also included if they are a club record holder, or have won a notable individual award with the club. Toluca is considered one of the most traditional clubs in Mexican football, having featured numerous notable players throughout its history. == Rivalries ==

Clásico mexiquense The Clásico Mexiquense is a regional rivalry between Club Deportivo Toluca and Toros Neza. The rivalry originated in 1993 under the name “Clásico Mexiquense”, although its roots date back to the 1970s matches between Toluca and Coyotes Neza, as both clubs were based in the State of Mexico. However, following the disappearance of Toros Neza from professional football for several years, the rivalry gradually faded in importance. Despite this, some supporters still remember the matches against Toros Neza fondly, noting that the club’s most iconic figure from that era is now its head coach. In modern times, Toluca does not have a widely recognized derby of similar magnitude, but it remains one of the most successful clubs in Mexican football, with 20 official titles. == Women's club ==

Deportivo Toluca Femenil is the women's football section of Deportivo Toluca that was founded in 2017. They play in the Liga MX Femenil, the top level women's football league in Mexico. The team plays some of its home games at the Estadio Nemesio Díez, which it shares with the men's team. For less important matches, the women's team plays at the Metepec Facilities, the club's training complex. Toluca hosted the inaugural Copa MX Femenil ahead of the league's first season in 2017. ==References==