The Apertura match between Cerro Largo and Wanderers concluded with a 2-1 victory for the visitors. Right from the start, Luciano Cosentino found the back of the net just seconds into the game, opening the scoring with a precise shot following a well-executed play. Later in the first half, specifically at the 14th minute, Jonás Luna doubled Wanderers’ lead by driving the ball into the net after another clever maneuver.
Despite Cerro Largo’s Axel Pandiani pulling one back for the home side just two minutes after the interval, they struggled to convert any additional opportunities into goals. Tiziano Correa had a crucial chance to equalize for Cerro Largo but missed a penalty in the 73rd minute, which proved pivotal in the match’s outcome.
Luciano Cosentino was the standout player of the match, not only scoring a goal but also showcasing his skills in midfield. Jonás Luna also played a significant role, scoring the second goal for Wanderers.
Cerro Largo’s head coach, Danielo Nuñez, opted for a 4-4-2 formation, entrusting Juan Esteban Moreno with the goalkeeping duties, while the defense comprised Fernando Souza, Lucas Correa, Gabriel Chocobar, and Mateo Monserrat. The midfield was composed of Alexander Hernandez, Sebastián Assís, Emiliano Jourdan, and Bruno Hernández, with Axel Pandiani and Tiziano Correa leading the attack.
On the other hand, Wanderers, managed by Mathías Corujo, employed a 4-5-1 setup, featuring Agustín Buffa in goal, and a defensive line of Alan García, Fabricio Formiliano, Nicolás Olivera, and Darlin Mencia. The midfield saw Nicolás Queiroz, José Alberti, Jonás Luna, Jonathan Urretaviscaya, and Luciano Cosentino, with Mateo Levato as the sole striker.
The match, officiated by Leandro Lasso at the Arquitecto Antonio Ubilla stadium, saw Cerro Largo now sitting at 8th position with 3 points, while Wanderers rises to the top of the table with 4 points. Next, Cerro Largo will face Defensor Sporting away from home, while Wanderers will take on MC Torque in their next fixture.
Cerro Largo Substitutions
45’ 2T – Gabriel Chocobar was replaced by Nicolás Bertocchi, and Mateo Monserrat was substituted for Gustavo Viera.
58’ 2T – Bruno Hernández was taken off for Maximiliano Añasco.
65’ 2T – Emiliano Jourdan made way for Nicolás Ramos.
Cerro Largo Cautions
12’ 2T – Nicolás Bertocchi (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 16’ 2T – Emiliano Jourdan (Unsportsmanlike conduct), and 52’ 2T – Sebastián Assís (Unsportsmanlike conduct).
Wanderers Substitutions
75’ 2T – José Alberti was substituted by Gonzalo Freitas and Alan García was replaced by Nahuel Furtado.
83’ 2T – Luciano Cosentino exited for Rodrigo Rivero.
87’ 2T – Jonathan Urretaviscaya was replaced by Santiago Benítez, and Mateo Levato by Joaquín Zeballos.
Wanderers Cautions
37’ 1T – Jonathan Urretaviscaya (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 11’ 2T – Darlin Mencia (Unsportsmanlike conduct), and 49’ 2T – Gonzalo Freitas (Unsportsmanlike conduct).