At the Estadio Gigante de Alberdi, Belgrano faced off against Tigre in a match that concluded with a 1-1 draw.
The home team found themselves trailing after a goal from David Romero in the 61st minute of the second half. However, Belgrano responded effectively, equalizing with a stunning strike from Lautaro Gutierrez in the 82nd minute.
Gutierrez showcased his skills as he started the play on the left flank, driving into the box before firing a shot that found the back of the net, beating goalkeeper Felipe Zenobio at the right post.
Tigre nearly regained the lead when Elías Cabrera’s shot struck the post in the 66th minute, a missed opportunity that left them frustrated.
Lautaro Gutierrez’s performance was a highlight for Belgrano, with his crucial equalizer earning him widespread praise. David Romero was equally impressive for Tigre, scoring the opening goal.
Belgrano’s manager, Ricardo Zielinski, deployed a 4-4-2 formation with Thiago Cardozo in goal; a defensive line of Leonardo Morales, Alexis Maldonado, Lisandro López, and Federico Ricca; a midfield including Emiliano Rigoni, Adrián Sánchez, Francisco González Metilli, and Juan Velázquez; and forwards Lucas Zelarayán and Nicolás Fernández.
On the other side, Tigre, led by Diego Dabove, also set up in a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Felipe Zenobio as goalkeeper; Guillermo Soto, Joaquín Laso, Alan Barrionuevo, and Federico Álvarez in defense; Jabes Saralegui, Jalil Elías, Bruno Leyes, and Elías Cabrera in midfield; along with Ignacio Russo and David Romero in attack.
Referee Andrés Merlos oversaw the match’s proceedings.
In the upcoming fixtures, Belgrano will travel to face Argentinos Juniors, while Tigre will host Racing Club.
Substitutions for Belgrano
56’ 2T – Francisco González Metilli was replaced by Franco Vázquez
66’ 2T – Leonardo Morales was substituted by Alcides Benitez, Federico Ricca by Adrián Spörle, and Emiliano Rigoni by Ramiro Hernández
71’ 2T – Juan Velázquez was replaced by Lautaro Gutierrez
Yellow Cards for Belgrano:
1’ 2T – Federico Ricca (Unsporting behavior) and 42’ 2T – Lisandro López (Holding an opponent to prevent him from advancing)
Substitutions for Tigre
64’ 2T – David Romero was replaced by Alfio Oviedo, and Elías Cabrera by Sebastián Medina
77’ 2T – Ignacio Russo was substituted for Santiago López and Jabes Saralegui for Joaquín Mosqueira
84’ 2T – Joaquín Laso was replaced by Ramón Arias
Yellow Card for Tigre:
4’ 2T – David Romero (Insulting or disapproving of the referee)