Independiente Mza. triumphed at home against the Decano in the season opener of the Apertura tournament. Matías Fernandez broke the deadlock just 8 minutes into the match, firing a powerful shot into the net. However, the momentary equalizer came from Leandro Díaz, who converted a penalty in the 40th minute to level the score.
The winning goal for Independiente Riv. (M) occurred in the 78th minute when Alejo Osella headed the ball into the net, sealing the game for the home side. There was a brief scare for Independiente Riv. (M) when Iván Villalba struck the post in the 78th minute, but they maintained their lead to secure the three points.
Matías Fernandez was undoubtedly the standout player of the match, contributing not only the opening goal but also making 3 attempts on target. Meanwhile, Alejo Osella proved to be a vital defender, marking his influence by scoring the decisive goal.
The coach of Independiente Mza., Alfredo Berti, opted for a 5-3-2 formation, fielding Nicolás Bolcato in goal; Alejo Osella, Iván Villalba, Leonard Costa, Sheyko Studer, and Juan Manuel Elordi as defenders; Gonzalo Ríos, Tomas Bottari, and José Florentín in the midfield; and Matías Fernandez alongside Alex Arce up front.
On the other hand, Atlético Tucumán, under Hugo Colace’s management, lined up in a 4-4-2 formation with Luis Ingolotti in net; Gabriel Compagnucci, Gianluca Ferrari, Gastón Suso, and Ignacio Galván in defense; Renzo Tesuri, Ezequiel Ham, Kevin Ortiz, and Nicolás Laméndola in midfield; and Ramiro Ruiz Rodríguez partnering with Leandro Díaz in attack.
Referee Bryan Ferreyra officiated the match at the Bautista Gargantini Stadium.
Looking ahead, Independiente Mza. will travel to face Huracán in their next match, while Atlético Tucumán will host Central Córdoba (SE).
Substitutions for Independiente Riv. (M)
70’ 2T – Leonard Costa out for Fabrizio Sartori
81’ 2T – Gonzalo Ríos out for Ezequiel Bonifacio, Matías Fernandez out for Diego Crego
Yellow cards for Independiente Riv. (M):
10’ 2T – Iván Villalba (Unsporting behavior)
46’ 2T – Fabrizio Sartori (Time-wasting)
Substitutions for Atlético Tucumán
48’ 2T – Ramiro Ruiz Rodríguez out for Franco Nicola
68’ 2T – Ezequiel Ham out for Clever Ferreira
88’ 2T – Gabriel Compagnucci out for Lautaro Godoy
89’ 2T – Nicolás Laméndola out for Gabriel Abeldaño, José Florentín out for Kevin Vasquez, Alex Arce out for Rodrigo Atencio
Yellow cards for Atlético Tucumán:
12’ 2T – Gianluca Ferrari (Unsporting behavior)
35’ 2T – Nicolás Laméndola (Insulting or disapproving the referee)
47’ 2T – Gabriel Abeldaño (Unsporting behavior)