River Plate conquers Gimnasia 2-0 with a double from Juan Fernando Quintero
On Wednesday, River Plate achieved a convincing 2-0 victory over Gimnasia in the second round of the Apertura. The star of the match was none other than Juan Fernando Quintero, who showcased his skills with two stunning goals. His first came from a free kick at the 41st minute of the first half, and he sealed the victory with another goal just five minutes into the second half.
Quintero’s outstanding performance positioned him as the standout player of the match, with a total of two goals, 54 successful passes, and five attempts on goal. Fausto Vera also had a significant impact, completing 82 passes and attempting three shots at the opposing goal.
Coach Marcelo Gallardo fielded his team in a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Santiago Beltrán in goal, with Gonzalo Montiel, Lucas Martínez Quarta, Lautaro Rivero, and Matías Viña in defense. The midfield trio consisted of Fausto Vera, Aníbal Moreno, and Juan Fernando Quintero, partnered with forwards Sebastián Driussi and Facundo Colidio.
In contrast, Gimnasia, under the direction of Fernando Zaniratto, opted for a 4-5-1 setup. Nelson Insfrán was in goal, while the defensive line included Alexis Steimbach, Renzo Giampaoli, Enzo Martínez, and Pedro Silva Torrejón. The midfield featured Augusto Max, Nicolás Barros Schelotto, Manuel Panaro, Ignacio Fernández, and Franco Torres, with Marcelo Torres leading the attack.
Pablo Dóvalo officiated the match at Estadio Mas Monumental.
In their next fixture, River Plate will face Rosario Central away, while Gimnasia will host Aldosivi.
Substitutions for River Plate
- 67’ 2T – Facundo Colidio off for Giuliano Galoppo and Tomás Galván off for Ian Subiabre
- 75’ 2T – Juan Fernando Quintero off for Santiago Lencina
- 76’ 2T – Sebastián Driussi off for Maximiliano Salas, Nicolás Barros Schelotto off for Lucas Castro, and Santiago Villarreal off for Jorge de Asís
Yellow Cards for River Plate
- 1’ 2T Matías Viña (For holding back a player)
- 35’ 2T Lautaro Rivero (Unsporting behavior)
Red Cards for River Plate
- 11’ 2T Matías Viña (Second yellow card)
Substitutions for Gimnasia
- 45’ 2T – Ignacio Fernández off for Santiago Villarreal
- 77’ 2T – Marcelo Torres off for Diego Mastrángelo
- 85’ 2T – Franco Torres off for Agustín Auzmendi
Yellow Cards for Gimnasia
- 31’ 1T Enzo Martínez (Unsporting behavior)
- 42’ 1T Nicolás Barros Schelotto (Insulting or disapproving the referee)
Red Cards for Gimnasia
- 13’ 1T Manuel Panaro (Direct red card)
- 48’ 2T Jorge de Asís (Direct red card)