The outstanding performance of Newell’s was crucial in achieving a 2-0 victory against Atlético Tucumán at the El Coloso del Parque stadium. Victor Cuesta opened the scoring in the 36th minute of the second half, followed shortly after by Facundo Guch, who extended the lead in the 48th minute, sealing the win for Newell’s.
Luciano Lollo was the standout player of the match, making vital contributions by recovering two balls and clearing five dangerous situations. Victor Cuesta also played a pivotal role in defense, scoring one goal and clearing two threats.
Newell’s coach Cristian Fabbiani opted for a 4-3-3 formation that featured Juan Espínola in goal; Alejo Montero, Luciano Lollo, Victor Cuesta, and Alejo Tabares in defense; Luca Regiardo, Ever Banega, and Gonzalo Maroni in midfield; and Franco Orozco, Josué Colmán, and Genaro Rossi as forwards.
On the other hand, Atlético Tucumán, managed by Lucas Pusineri, deployed a 4-4-2 formation with Matías Mansilla as the goalkeeper; Damián Martínez, Marcelo Ortiz, Gianluca Ferrari, and Miguel Brizuela in defense; Adrián Sánchez, Kevin Ortiz, Lautaro Godoy, and Nicolás Laméndola in midfield; while Mateo Bajamich and Ramiro Ruiz Rodríguez led the attack.
The match was officiated by referee Fernando Espinoza.
Next week, Newell’s will visit Belgrano, while Atlético Tucumán is set to face River Plate at the Estadio Monumental Presidente José Fierro.
Substitutions for Newell’s
45’ 2T – Franco Orozco was substituted for Darío Benedetto, and Luca Regiardo for Martín Fernández
57’ 2T – Josué Colmán was replaced by Facundo Guch
87’ 2T – Gonzalo Maroni was substituted off for Jerónimo Gómez Mattar
Yellow Cards for Newell’s:
12’ 1T – Gonzalo Maroni (Unsportsmanlike behavior)
39’ 2T – Martín Fernández (Unsportsmanlike behavior)
46’ 2T – Jerónimo Gómez Mattar (Unsportsmanlike behavior)
48’ 2T – Facundo Guch (Removing shirt)
Substitutions for Atlético Tucumán
50’ 2T – Nicolás Laméndola was substituted for Ignacio Galván
64’ 2T – Lautaro Godoy was replaced by Franco Nicola
65’ 2T – Damián Martínez was substituted off for Maximiliano Villa, and Genaro Rossi for Giovani Chiaverano
79’ 2T – Mateo Bajamich came off for Lisandro Cabrera, and Ramiro Ruiz Rodríguez for Carlos Auzqui
Yellow Cards for Atlético Tucumán:
7’ 1T – Miguel Brizuela (Unsportsmanlike behavior)
21’ 2T – Marcelo Ortiz (Unsportsmanlike behavior)