On Monday evening at the Guillermo Laza Stadium, the clash between Dep. Riestra and Vélez ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw in the 11th round of the league.
The home side saw goals from Alexander Díaz (37’ 1H) and Jonathan Herrera (9’ 2H), while Lisandro Magallán (45’ 1H) and Mateo Ramírez (41’ 2H, own goal) were the scorers for the visitors.
Despite controlling the game with an impressive 69% possession, Vélez struggled to capitalize on their chances, ultimately ending the match without securing the full three points.
The star of the match was undoubtedly Alexander Díaz, who not only scored a goal but also completed 14 successful passes to aid his team’s performance.
Lisandro Magallán was instrumental in Vélez’s defense, scoring a goal himself and clearing three dangerous balls, highlighting his crucial role on the pitch.
Gustavo Benítez employed a 5-3-2 formation for Dep. Riestra, with Ignacio Arce in goal and a solid back line consisting of Nicolás Sansotre, Cristian Paz, Facundo Miño, Miguel Ángel Barbieri, and Pedro Ramírez. The three midfielders included Alexander Díaz, Jonatan Goitía, and Pablo Monje, while Jonathan Herrera and Antony Alonso led the attack.
Meanwhile, Guillermo Barros Schelotto’s Vélez setup in a 4-5-1 formation with Tomás Marchiori guarding the net, supported by a defense of Agustín Lagos, Lisandro Magallán, Aarón Quirós, and Elías Gómez. The midfield comprised Claudio Baeza, Rodrigo Aliendro, Matías Pellegrini, Tomás Galván, and Francisco Pizzini, with Braian Romero as the lone forward.
Referee Fernando Echenique officiated the match, which was marked by several noteworthy incidents.
In their next fixtures, Dep. Riestra will face Platense away, while Vélez will host Rosario Central at the Estadio José Amalfitani.
Substitutions for Dep. Riestra
72’ 2H – Alexander Díaz out for Gabriel Obredor, Jonathan Herrera out for Nicolás Benegas. 78’ 2H – Antony Alonso out for Mateo Ramírez, Claudio Baeza out for Florián Monzón.
Yellow Cards for Dep. Riestra
6’ 1H Pablo Monje (Unsporting behavior), 34’ 1H Alexander Díaz (Argument with an opponent), 11’ 2H Facundo Miño (Unsporting behavior), and 48’ 2H Mateo Ramírez (Unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for Vélez
64’ 2H – Agustín Lagos out for Manuel Lanzini, Tomás Galván out for Diego Valdés. 89’ 2H – Braian Romero out for Michael Santos. 90’ 2H – Francisco Pizzini out for Thiago Silvero.
Yellow Cards for Vélez
2’ 1H Agustín Lagos (Unsporting behavior), 25’ 1H Claudio Baeza (Unsporting behavior), 34’ 1H Lisandro Magallán (Argument with an opponent), 8’ 2H Matías Pellegrini (Unsporting behavior), and 15’ 2H Elías Gómez (Unsporting behavior).
Red Card for Vélez
20’ 2H Matías Pellegrini (Sent off for two yellow cards).