In a spectacular showdown during the 11th round of the Apertura, Gimnasia and Independiente Riv. (M) delivered a thrilling display of football, with the visitors securing a close 3-2 victory. The host team saw Enzo Martínez score early, netting a goal in the first minute of the match, followed by Marcelo Torres extending the lead to 2-0 at the 27th minute. However, Independiente Riv. (M) responded with an impressive comeback.
The turning point came when Fabrizio Sartori brought the score to 2-1 at the 24th minute, followed by José Florentín equalizing at 38 minutes. In a dramatic conclusion, an own goal by Enzo Martínez at the 48th minute secured the win for the visiting side.
Fabrizio Sartori was undoubtedly the standout player, showcasing his talent and scoring a pivotal goal. José Florentín also had a significant impact on the game, contributing a goal and taking two shots on target.
Gimnasia took to the field with a 4-5-1 formation led by their coach, Fernando Zaniratto. The starting lineup included Julián Kadijevic in goal, with Alexis Steimbach, Renzo Giampaoli, Enzo Martínez, and Pedro Silva Torrejón forming the defense. In midfield, they had Augusto Max, Pablo Aguiar, Nicolás Barros Schelotto, Ignacio Fernández, and Manuel Panaro, with Marcelo Torres leading the attack.
On the other hand, Independiente Riv. (M) was managed by Alfredo Berti, deploying a 4-4-2 formation. The team featured Ramiro Macagno in goal, with Ezequiel Bonifacio, Leonard Costa, Sheyko Studer, and Luciano Gómez at the back. The midfield consisted of Gonzalo Ríos, Tomás Bottari, José Florentín, and Matías Fernández, while the forward line included Fabrizio Sartori and Sebastián Villa.
Leandro Rey Hilfer officiated the match at the Bosque stadium. Looking ahead, Gimnasia will play an away game against Atlético Tucumán, while Independiente Riv. (M) prepares to face Rosario Central at home.
Substitutions for Gimnasia
59’ 2T – Pablo Aguiar was replaced by Franco Torres. 67’ 2T – Manuel Panaro made way for Juan Pérez, and Renzo Giampaoli was substituted by Juan Cruz Cortazzo. 79’ 2T – Nicolás Barros Schelotto left the field for Agustín Auzmendi, and Pedro Silva Torrejón was replaced by Matías Melluso.
Yellow Cards for Gimnasia:
Augusto Max (32’ 1T), Enzo Martínez (35’ 1T), Ignacio Fernández (44’ 1T), Renzo Giampaoli (4’ 2T), and Alexis Steimbach (17’ 2T) all received yellow cards for unsporting behavior.
Substitutions for Independiente Riv. (M)
13’ 1T – Ramiro Macagno was substituted by Nicolás Bolcato. 45’ 2T – Gonzalo Ríos was replaced by Rodrigo Atencio. 77’ 2T – Ezequiel Bonifacio made way for Alejo Osella. 82’ 2T – Tomás Bottari left the pitch for Stefano Moreyra, and Fabrizio Sartori was substituted by Alex Arce.
Yellow Cards for Independiente Riv. (M):
Luciano Gómez (8’ 2T) and Ezequiel Bonifacio (19’ 2T) received yellow cards for unsporting behavior.