Estudiantes proved their superiority by defeating Gimnasia 2-0 in a thrilling encounter at Tierra de Campeones. The first goal came just before halftime when Edwuin Cetré executed a remarkable strike to set the tone for the match. Guido Carrillo sealed the victory with a second goal in the 51st minute of the second half.
Gimnasia, despite their efforts, could not find the back of the net. Tiago Palacios almost marked the beginning of the scoring for Estudiantes with a powerful shot that hit the post in the 11th minute.
Cetré was the standout player of the match, showcasing his skills with one goal, three shots on target, and thirteen successful passes. Defensively, Facundo Rodríguez was pivotal, making solid contributions by clearing four balls from dangerous areas.
Coach Eduardo Domínguez utilized a 4-4-2 formation, which included Fernando Muslera in goal; Román Gómez, Santiago Núñez, Facundo Rodríguez, and Santiago Arzamendia in defense; Santiago Ascacíbar, Mikel Amondarain, Tiago Palacios, and Cristian Medina in the midfield; and Edwuin Cetré alongside Guido Carrillo up front.
On the opposing side, Fernando Zaniratto fielded a 5-4-1 formation for Gimnasia, with Nelson Insfrán guarding the net; Fabricio Corbalán, Renzo Giampaoli, Enzo Martínez, Pedro Silva Torrejón, and Juan Pintado in defense; Nicolás Barros Schelotto, Augusto Max, Lucas Castro, and Bautista Merlini forming the midfield; and Marcelo Torres at the front.
The referee for this match was Facundo Tello Figueroa.
Looking forward, Estudiantes will host Boca Juniors in their next fixture, while Gimnasia will travel to face River Plate.
Substitutions for Estudiantes
69’ 2T – Tiago Palacios off for Facundo Farías; Edwuin Cetré off for Fabricio Pérez.
74’ 2T – Román Gómez off for Eric Meza; Renzo Giampaoli off for Germán Conti.
84’ 2T – Cristian Medina off for José Sosa; Mikel Amondarain off for Lucas Piovi.
Yellow Cards for Estudiantes:
46’ 2T – Eric Meza (arguing with an opponent).
Substitutions for Gimnasia
35’ 1T – Pedro Silva Torrejón off for Matías Melluso.
65’ 2T – Juan Pintado off for Juan Yangali; Bautista Merlini off for Norberto Briasco.
75’ 2T – Lucas Castro off for Manuel Panaro.
Yellow Cards for Gimnasia:
46’ 2T – Enzo Martínez (arguing with an opponent).