In the 27th match of the Copa Argentina, Instituto, also known as La Gloria, triumphed over Atlanta, finishing the match 2-0. The goals for the home team were scored by Leonel Galeano (own goal at the 21st minute of the first half) and Alex Luna (43rd minute of the second half).
Atlanta’s forward Federico Álvarez came close to leveling the score in the 84th minute, but his shot hit the post, denying his team the equalizer.
The standout player of the match was Juan Francisco Rago, the goalkeeper for Atlanta, who showcased his skills by saving 9 shots. Fernando Alarcón from Instituto also shone defensively, clearing 8 dangerous balls from his area.
In a stunning display at the 80th minute, midfielder Matías Ibarra from Atlanta dazzled the crowd by nutmegging his marker.
Instituto’s coach, Diego Flores, opted for a 3-4-3 formation, starting with Emanuel Sittaro in goal; a defensive line comprising Jonathan Galván, Leonel Mosevich, and Fernando Alarcón; a midfield featuring Giuliano Cerato, Gustavo Abregú, Jeremías Lázaro, and Diego Sosa; and an attacking trio of Jhon Córdoba, Nicolás Guerra, and Matías Tissera.
On the other hand, Atlanta, led by coach Cristian Pellerano, took to the pitch in a 5-3-2 setup, with Juan Francisco Rago guarding the net; Gustavo Mendoza, Valentín Gelos, Patricio Ostachuk, Leonel Galeano, and Rodrigo Sosa in defense; Matías Ibarra, Tomás Castro Ponce, and Federico Bisanz in midfield; and forwards Federico Álvarez and Ignacio Rodríguez.
Referee Bruno Amiconi officiated the match held at the Nuevo Monumental stadium.
With this victory, La Gloria not only took the win but also sealed their qualification for the Round of 32 in this prestigious competition.
Substitutions in Instituto
- 60’ 2T – Jhon Córdoba out for Luca Rafaelli; Matías Tissera out for Juan Ignacio Méndez
- 69’ 2T – Nicolás Guerra out for Matias Fonseca
- 70’ 2T – Jeremías Lázaro out for Jonás Acevedo
- 83’ 2T – Luca Rafaelli out for Alex Luna
Yellow Cards in Instituto:
- 20’ 2T – Jonathan Galván (Delay of game)
- 28’ 2T – Giuliano Cerato (Insulting or disapproving the referee)
Substitutions in Atlanta
- 53’ 2T – Federico Bisanz out for Lautaro Fedele; Valentín Gelos out for Alejandro Quintana
- 64’ 2T – Rodrigo Sosa out for Dylan Argüello
- 81’ 2T – Ignacio Rodríguez out for Gonzalo Miranda; Matías Ibarra out for Kevin Benítez.