Alexis Vega: Championship-Winning Penalty vs Tigres

He Nemesio Diez Stadium received an injection of pure hope in the Grand Final. The hobby of Toluca He witnessed the return of his greatest figure to the field. Alexis Vegathe team captain, was active again. It was his first appearance after 49 days of absence.

How was Alexis Vega’s return with Toluca?

The captain returned in the moment of greatest need for his team in the season. The overall score recorded a disputed two-score tie. His entry occurred in the final stretch of the game, a moment where experience is vital.

He coach Antonio Mohamed took the risk with a crucial decision. The ‘Turk’ signaled for Vega to leave the warm-up band and get ready. Their objective was to enhance the offense in search of the championship goal.

Seeing the sign, the fans exploded in a massive cry of support. The public had been looking forward to the entrance of their reference on the court for several minutes. Finally the popular wish was fulfilled, right at the most critical moment of the meeting.

He Scarlet captain prepared with speed to enter the grass. Received the latest strategic instructions from Mohamed about his position. Several of his colleagues came to cheer him up before he entered.

Already on the field, the symbolism was present. Marcel Ruiz, who carried the bandwalked over to return it to the team captain. He badge returned to the hands of Alexis Vegaits rightful owner.

This is how Vega fared on her return

Due to the intensity of the game, Vega did not have a constant participation to shine as he normally has since his second stage with the scarlet team, after his time at Chivas.

However, in the penalty shootout he came up big by taking the ball on two occasions to shoot. Vega scored the firstbut the second, which was decisive for sign the Bicampeonato, the attacker received it correctly.

He Vega’s return was uncertain, since he had not played since Matchday 15 due to an injury. A fibrillar tear left him out of the previous series of the tournament. His appearance in the Final was solely due to the extreme need to fight for the title.