The matchup between San Lorenzo and Tigre concluded at the Estadio Nuevo Francisco Urbano with an edge-of-the-seat win for the away team. The deciding moment came in the 24th minute of the first half when Hector Fértoli found the back of the net for Tigre.
San Lorenzo’s forward, Ezequiel Cerutti, had a golden opportunity to level the score, but his shot ricocheted off the post in the 29th minute.
Fértoli was undoubtedly the star of the match, showcasing his skills with a well-timed goal. Meanwhile, Tigre’s goalkeeper Felipe Zenobio made a remarkable contribution, recording six crucial saves during the game.
San Lorenzo’s head coach, Damián Ayude, deployed a 4-3-3 formation with Orlando Gill in goal; supported by Ezequiel Herrera, Jhohan Romaña, Gastón Hernández, and Elías Báez in defense; while Manuel Insaurralde, Ignacio Perruzzi, and Emanuel Cecchini occupied the midfield; and Ezequiel Cerutti, Andrés Vombergar, and Alexis Cuello formed the attacking line.
On the other hand, a 4-3-3 setup was also used by Tigre, guided by coach Diego Dabove with Felipe Zenobio between the posts; defended by Guillermo Soto, Joaquín Laso, Tomás Cardona, and Diego Sosa; a midfield composed of Jabes Saralegui, Bruno Leyes, and Santiago González; and Hector Fértoli, Ignacio Russo, and Braian Martínez completing the front line.
The match officiated by referee Yael Falcón Pérez proved critical for Tigre, propelling them to the quarterfinals of the tournament.
Substitutions for San Lorenzo
58’ 2T – Emanuel Cecchini was replaced by Branco Salinardi
73’ 2T – Manuel Insaurralde was replaced by Matías Reali
74’ 2T – Ezequiel Herrera exited for Fabricio López
85’ 2T – Ezequiel Cerutti was substituted by Agustín Ladstatter
San Lorenzo’s Yellow Cards:
33’ 1T Jhohan Romaña (arguing with an opponent)
39’ 1T Alexis Cuello (picking up a second foul)
2’ 2T Ignacio Perruzzi (unsporting behavior)
Red Card for San Lorenzo:
46’ 1T Alexis Cuello (red for second yellow card)
Substitutions for Tigre
70’ 2T – Braian Martínez was substituted by Simón Rivero
77’ 2T – Jabes Saralegui went off for Blas Armoa, and Hector Fértoli departed for Sebastián Medina
86’ 2T – Bruno Leyes was replaced by Ramón Arias, and Santiago González came off for Julián López
Tigre’s Yellow Cards:
34’ 1T Santiago González (discussing with an opponent)
37’ 1T Bruno Leyes (wasting time)
5’ 2T Tomás Cardona (unsporting behavior)
12’ 2T Blas Armoa (arguing with an opponent)
39’ 2T Simón Rivero (holding an opponent to prevent advancement)
44’ 2T Ramón Arias (unsporting behavior)