On Friday, Liverpool (U) was defeated at home by Defensor Sporting with a score of 1-2 during the second round of the Apertura. The opening goal came from Brian Montenegro, who headed the ball into the net at the 32nd minute of the first half, giving Defensor an early lead. However, just before halftime, Diego Romero equalized for Liverpool (U) in the 43rd minute with a well-executed play.
The decisive moment of the match was in the second half, when Xavier Biscayzacú scored the winning goal for Defensor Sporting in the 61st minute following a fantastic team effort.
Xavier Biscayzacú was undoubtedly the standout player of the match, contributing not just with a goal but also strong midfield play. Brian Montenegro also shone for Defensor, adding another goal to his tally.
Liverpool’s coach, Camilo Speranza, opted for a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Martín Campaña in goal and a defensive line consisting of Facundo Perdomo, Enzo Castillo, Santiago Laquidain, and Diego Romero. The midfield comprised Matías Mir, Martín Rabuñal, Nicolás Garayalde, and Ezequiel Olivera, while Ramiro Degregorio and Facundo Barceló led the attack.
In contrast, Defensor Sporting, managed by Román Cuello, employed the same 4-4-2 setup, with Kevin Dawson in goal and a backline consisting of Lucas Agazzi, Guillermo De los Santos, Mateo Caballero, and Axel Frugone. The midfield featured Facundo Castro, Germán Barrios, Mauricio Amaro, and Xavier Biscayzacú, supported by forwards Alexander Machado and Brian Montenegro.
The match, officiated by referee Gustavo Tejera, saw Liverpool (U) aiming to secure points at home, but Defensor came out on top.
Looking ahead, Liverpool (U) will be playing away against Cerro in their next fixture, while Defensor Sporting will host Cerro Largo.
With this outcome, Liverpool (U) has accumulated 3 points in the tournament, placing them in eighth position. In contrast, Defensor Sporting tops the standings with 4 points.
Substitutions for Liverpool (U)
45’ 2T – Martín Rabuñal was replaced by Lucas Acosta.
57’ 2T – Ramiro Degregorio and Facundo Barceló came off for Rubén Bentancourt and Renzo Machado, respectively.
73’ 2T – Matías Mir was substituted for Federico Martínez, Ezequiel Olivera was replaced by Diego Zabala, Xavier Biscayzacú by Alan Torterolo, and Facundo Castro by Geanfranco Rodríguez.
Yellow Cards for Liverpool (U)
13’ 2T – Nicolás Garayalde received a yellow card for unsporting behavior.
Substitutions for Defensor Sporting
78’ 2T – Alexander Machado was substituted by Juan Manuel Jorge.
88’ 2T – Axel Frugone was replaced by Nicolás Wunsch.
Yellow Cards for Defensor Sporting
28’ 1T – Alexander Machado for unsporting behavior, 6’ 2T – Mauricio Amaro for unsporting behavior, and 49’ 2T – Alan Torterolo for unsporting behavior.