The match between Vélez and Dep. Riestra concluded with both teams unable to find the back of the net, resulting in a 0-0 draw.
Vélez’s goalkeeper, Álvaro Montero, was a standout player, making four critical saves that kept the game level. His efforts ensured that the Malevos could not capitalize on their opportunities.
On the defensive end, Pedro Ramírez from Dep. Riestra was instrumental in his team’s performance, successfully blocking three dangerous attempts from their opponents.
Guillermo Barros Schelotto, the coach of Vélez, opted for a 4-5-1 formation, placing Álvaro Montero in goal; Joaquín García, Emanuel Mammana, Lisandro Magallán, and Elías Gómez in the defense; Lucas Robertone, Rodrigo Aliendro, Tobías Andrada, Manuel Lanzini, and Imanol Machuca in the midfield; with Florián Monzón leading the attack.
Gustavo Benítez’s squad, on the other hand, employed a 5-3-2 setup with Ignacio Arce as the goalkeeper; Nicolás Sansotre, Cristian Paz, Facundo Miño, Juan Cruz Randazzo, and Pedro Ramírez forming the defense; Jonatan Goitía, Nicolás Watson, and Antony Alonso in the midfield; while Jonathan Herrera and Alexander Díaz were the forwards.
Pablo Echavarría officiated the match, ensuring a well-maintained flow of play throughout.
In their next fixtures, Vélez will travel to face Estudiantes, whereas Dep. Riestra is set to host Platense.
Vélez Substitutions
70’ 2T – Imanol Machuca was replaced by Dilan Godoy, Lucas Robertone by Claudio Baeza, and Jonatan Goitía by Matías García.
80’ 2T – Joaquín García was substituted for Thiago Silvero.
Yellow Cards for Vélez:
37’ 1T – Lucas Robertone, 40’ 1T – Imanol Machuca, 45’ 1T – Elías Gómez.
Dep. Riestra Substitutions
45’ 2T – Alexander Díaz was substituted by Gabriel Obredor.
54’ 2T – Nicolás Watson went off for Pablo Monje.
83’ 2T – Jonathan Herrera replaced by Nicolás Benegas and Antony Alonso by Alejo Dramisino.
Yellow Cards for Dep. Riestra:
3’ 1T – Facundo Miño (Unsporting behavior), 40’ 1T – Jonatan Goitía, and 40’ 1T – Nicolás Watson (Holding an opponent to prevent advancing).