In a tense match played at the Arquitecto Antonio Ubilla, Deportivo Maldonado initially took the lead in the 27th minute with a penalty scored by Maximiliano Noble. However, Cerro Largo’s pressure proved crucial as they rallied to claim victory.
Cerro Largo struck back decisively in the second half, with goals from Axel Pandiani, Diego Daguerre, and Tiziano Correa, scored in the 15th, 43rd, and 51st minutes respectively. This remarkable turnaround highlighted the team’s determination and tactical prowess.
Diego Daguerre was named the player of the match after netting one goal, while fellow forward Axel Pandiani also played a key role with another goal to his name.
The coach of Cerro Largo, Danielo Nuñez, employed a 3-5-2 formation featuring Pedro González in goal; Lucas Correa, Alexis Piegas, and Matías Fracchia in defense; Alexander Hernandez, Gustavo Viera, Sebastián Assís, Mario García, and Maximiliano Añasco in midfield; and Axel Pandiani and Tiziano Correa leading the attack.
On the other side, Deportivo Maldonado, managed by Gabriel Di Noia, adopted a 4-3-3 strategy, with Diego Segovia guarding the net, supported by defenders Juan Martín Ginzo, Nicolas Fuica, Joaquín Fernández, and Juan Manuel Ramos; a midfield trio of Adrián Vila, Maximiliano González, and Christian Tabó; and a forward line featuring Maximiliano Noble, Matías Espíndola, and Renato César.
The referee for the match was Esteban Ostojich.
Next, Cerro Largo will face Nacional, while Deportivo Maldonado will host MC Torque at the Domingo Burgueño Stadium. Currently, Cerro Largo occupies the third position in the league with 13 points, while Deportivo Maldonado sits ninth with 9 points.
Substitutions for Cerro Largo
76’ 2T – Maximiliano Añasco substituted for Bruno Hernández; Gustavo Viera for Julian Pou
80’ 2T – Alexis Piegas for Nicolás Ramos; Adrián Vila for Sebastián González Mozzo
86’ 2T – Matías Fracchia for Diego Daguerre; Axel Pandiani for Santiago Franca
Bookings for Cerro Largo:
18’ 2T – Lucas Correa; 47’ 2T – Borys Barone (Insulting the referee); 47’ 2T – Danielo Nuñez (Insulting the referee)
Substitutions for Deportivo Maldonado
45’ 2T – Diego Segovia for Adriano Freitas
71’ 2T – Christian Tabó for Guillermo López; Maximiliano Noble for Santiago Ramírez
Bookings for Deportivo Maldonado:
10’ 2T – Nicolas Fuica; 18’ 2T – Maximiliano González
The match displayed not only the competitive spirit of both teams but also the high stakes of the Apertura tournament.