Jesús 'Tecatito' Corona has not fully recovered from a right knee issue and may be Rayados' only absentee for the semifinal return leg against Toluca. Monterrey's team travels with its full squad, including recovering Lucas Ocampos. Domènec Torrent will adjust his lineup for the match at Nemesio Diez.
Rayados de Monterrey prepares for the Apertura 2024 Liga MX semifinal return leg against Toluca, with the potential absence of Jesús 'Tecatito' Corona as the main issue. Reports state Corona has been dealing with right knee discomfort since the first leg, showing inflammation and pain during regenerative sessions. The technical staff opted not to risk him, altering Domènec Torrent's plans, who is considering a five-defender line with Carlos Salcedo as third center-back for added solidity.
There are discrepancies in his status: one source says Corona will not travel to Toluca, while another confirms he joined the team on Friday's flight with Sergio Canales, who also had issues at Gigante de Acero. Both received therapy and are expected to be available, though participation will be decided in final tests.
Lucas Ocampos, another novelty, travels despite advanced rehabilitation; he has trained on the field this week, but his minutes at Nemesio Diez depend on his physical response. Torrent aims to keep group cohesion to close the series with the slim first-leg advantage. Monterrey heads out this afternoon, focused on securing the final spot against a Toluca promising an intense atmosphere.