In a dramatic encounter at the Gigante de Alberdi stadium, Estudiantes (RC) faced San Martín (T), ultimately succumbing to a penalty shootout after a goalless stalemate in regular time. The match concluded with a score of 0-0, leading to the decisive penalty kicks.
During the shootout, Tobías Ostchega and Raúl Lozano of Estudiantes (RC) failed to convert their penalties, allowing San Martín (T) to progress to the next round of the Copa Argentina. Santiago Briñone, Kevin López, Alan Cisnero, and Matías García each scored their penalties for San Martín.
Nahuel Manganelli emerged as the standout player of the match, showcasing his skills as the goalkeeper for San Martín (T) by saving two penalty attempts. In contrast, Agustín Lastra of Estudiantes (RC) proved to be a formidable opponent, successfully blocking three attempts but ultimately unable to secure victory for his team.
Estudiantes (RC), under coach Gerardo Acuña, employed a 4-3-3 formation featuring Agustín Lastra in goal, with a defensive line comprising Raúl Lozano, Jeremías Ramponi, Nicolás Morro, and Tobías Ostchega. The midfield was formed by Tobías Leiva, Mauricio Tévez, and Francesco Lo Celso, while Ezequiel Forclaz, Javier Ferreira, and Mauro Valiente led the attack.
On the other hand, San Martín (T), managed by Andrés Yllana, also opted for a 4-3-3 lineup, with Nahuel Manganelli in goal, supported by Elías López, Thiago Peñalba, Ezequiel Parnisari, and Nahuel Gallardo in defense. Jorge Juárez, Santiago Briñone, and Matías García formed their midfield trio, while Benjamín Borasi, Facundo Pons, and Luciano Ferreyra spearheaded their forward line.
The match was officiated by referee Yamil Possi.
Substitutions for Estudiantes (RC)
- 45’ 2T – Jeremías Ramponi for Matías Valenti
- 45’ 2T – Tobías Leiva for Tomás González
- 59’ 2T – Ezequiel Forclaz for Facundo Gallardo
- 68’ 2T – Francesco Lo Celso for Francisco Galván
- 76’ 2T – Mauricio Tévez for Mateo Rodríguez
Substitutions for San Martín (T)
- 57’ 2T – Elías López for Víctor Salazar
- 75’ 2T – Benjamín Borasi for Alan Cisnero
- 75’ 2T – Jorge Juárez for Kevin López
- 75’ 2T – Luciano Ferreyra for Gastón Monroy
Yellow Cards for San Martín (T)
- 44’ 1T – Elías López (Unsporting Behavior)
- 17’ 2T – Nahuel Gallardo (Unsporting Behavior)