It was a tightly contested match, but neither Gimnasia nor Estudiantes could find the back of the net, ending their clash in a draw without goals.
Goalkeeper Nelson Insfrán was the standout player for Gimnasia, showcasing his skills by saving three shots throughout the match. On the other side, Estudiantes’ Fernando Muslera proved to be equally impressive, also stopping three attempts from the opposition.
Gimnasia’s coach, Fernando Zaniratto, opted for a 4-3-3 formation, fielding Nelson Insfrán in goal, with a defense comprising Alexis Steimbach, Renzo Giampaoli, Enzo Martínez, and Pedro Silva Torrejón. The midfield was made up of Augusto Max, Nicolás Barros Schelotto, and Ignacio Fernández, while Franco Torres, Marcelo Torres, and Manuel Panaro led the attack.
Eduardo Domínguez, coach of Estudiantes, deployed a 4-5-1 setup, featuring Fernando Muslera as the goalkeeper. His defensive line included Eric Meza, Leandro González Pirez, Tomás Palacios, and Gastón Benedetti. The midfield consisted of Alexis Castro, Gabriel Neves, Lucas Piovi, Cristian Medina, and Fabricio Pérez, with Guido Carrillo being the lone striker.
The match was officiated by Yael Falcón Pérez, who kept the action flowing at the Bosque.
Looking ahead, Gimnasia will travel to face Gimnasia (Mendoza) in their next match, while Estudiantes will host Sarmiento at home.
Gimnasia Substitutions
62’ 2T – Nicolás Barros Schelotto off for Ignacio Miramón, Marcelo Torres off for Agustín Auzmendi, Franco Torres off for Maximiliano Zalazar.
77’ 2T – Renzo Giampaoli off for Juan Cruz Cortazzo.
86’ 2T – Ignacio Fernández off for Lucas Castro.
Gimnasia Yellow Cards:
22’ 1T – Augusto Max (Unsporting behavior), 10’ 2T – Alexis Steimbach (Unsporting behavior).
Estudiantes Substitutions
36’ 1T – Gabriel Neves off for Mikel Amondarain.
61’ 2T – Eric Meza off for Eros Mancuso, Alexis Castro off for Edwuin Cetré.
78’ 2T – Fabricio Pérez off for Tiago Palacios.
Estudiantes Yellow Cards:
43’ 1T – Eric Meza (Unsporting behavior), 29’ 2T – Eros Mancuso (Unsporting behavior), 43’ 2T – Tiago Palacios (Holding opponent to prevent advance).