On Friday evening, Independiente showcased their strength at home, overcoming Lanús with a decisive score of 2-0. The Rojo started their path to victory early in the second half with a goal from Matías Abaldo at the 56th minute. Gabriel Ávalos doubled the lead just six minutes later, securing the win for the team.
Matías Abaldo’s performance was particularly noteworthy as he was named the standout player of the match. The midfielder not only scored a goal but also completed 20 successful passes while attempting two shots on target.
Independiente’s Ignacio Malcorra also had a commendable game, registering 27 accurate passes throughout the match.
Manager Gustavo Quinteros opted for a 4-5-1 formation, placing Rodrigo Rey in goal and featuring a defensive line of Leonardo Godoy, Kevin Lomónaco, Sebastián Valdez, and Facundo Zabala. The midfield was composed of Iván Marcone, Lautaro Millán, Santiago Montiel, Ignacio Malcorra, and Matías Abaldo, with Gabriel Ávalos leading the attack.
In contrast, Lanús, managed by Mauricio Pellegrino, fielded a similar 4-5-1 setup. Nahuel Losada guarded the goal, supported by defenders Tomás Guidara, Ronaldo Dejesús, José Canale, and Sasha Marcich. Felipe Peña Biafore, Agustín Cardozo, Eduardo Salvio, Ramiro Carrera, and Franco Watson occupied the midfield, with Walter Bou as the forward.
The match, officiated by Facundo Tello Figueroa, saw both teams using their tactical setups effectively, but Independiente emerged victorious.
Looking ahead, Independiente will face Independiente Riv. (M) in their next match, while Lanús is set to visit Argentinos Juniors.
Substitutions for Independiente
51’ 2T – Santiago Montiel was substituted by Ignacio Pussetto
75’ 2T – Lautaro Millán was replaced by Rodrigo Fernández Cedrés and Ignacio Malcorra was substituted by Luciano Cabral
87’ 2T – Gabriel Ávalos exited for Walter Mazzantti
Yellow Cards for Independiente
22’ 1T – Lautaro Millán (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 23’ 2T – Ignacio Pussetto (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 29’ 2T – Gabriel Ávalos (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 45’ 2T – Iván Marcone (Unsportsmanlike conduct)
Red Card for Independiente
50’ 2T – Luciano Cabral (Direct red)
Substitutions for Lanús
64’ 2T – Eduardo Salvio was substituted by Dylan Aquino and Ramiro Carrera was replaced by Matías Sepúlveda
76’ 2T – Sasha Marcich was substituted for Bruno Cabrera and Franco Watson for Thomas de Martis
82’ 2T – Walter Bou was replaced by Lucas Besozzi
Yellow Cards for Lanús
28’ 1T – Sasha Marcich (Unsportsmanlike conduct) and 42’ 1T – Nahuel Losada (Insulting the referee)