On Saturday, Independiente Riv. (M) showcased their superiority by defeating Argentinos Juniors with a score of 3-1 in the fourteenth round of the Apertura. Goals from Juan Manuel Elordi and Leonel Bucca within the first half (at 8’ and 22’ respectively) offered a comfortable lead for the home side. Despite a consolation goal by Sebastián Prieto for Argentinos Juniors just before halftime (47’), the visitors could not turn the tide. Alejo Osella sealed the deal with a powerful header early in the second half, securing the final score.
The standout player of the match was Juan Manuel Elordi, who not only scored a crucial goal but also played a key role in defense for Independiente Riv. (M).
Alejo Osella also made significant contributions, scoring a goal and clearing two attempts away from danger, proving instrumental in the defensive lineup.
Coach Alfredo Berti opted for a 4-3-3 formation for Independiente Riv. (M), with Nicolás Bolcato between the posts; Ezequiel Bonifacio, Leonard Costa, Alejo Osella, and Juan Manuel Elordi in defense; Leonel Bucca, Tomas Bottari, and Gonzalo Ríos in midfield; and Matías Fernandez, Fabrizio Sartori, and Rodrigo Atencio leading the attack.
Argentinos Juniors, managed by Nicolás Diez, lined up in a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Brayan Cortés as the goalkeeper; Kevin Coronel, Erik Godoy, Román Riquelme, and Sebastián Prieto in defense; Alan Lescano, Federico Fattori, Nicolás Oroz, Emiliano Viveros, and Hernán López Muñoz in the midfield; with Iván Morales as the lone striker.
The match took place at the Bautista Gargantini stadium, officiated by referee Darío Herrera.
Looking ahead, Independiente Riv. (M) is set to face Banfield away in the upcoming match, while Argentinos Juniors will play at home against Atlético Tucumán.
Substitutions for Independiente Riv. (M)
18’ 1T – Leonard Costa out for Iván Villalba
45’ 2T – Fabrizio Sartori out for Alex Arce; Ezequiel Bonifacio out for Luciano Gómez
53’ 2T – Matías Fernandez out for José Florentín
Yellow Cards for Independiente Riv. (M)
38’ 1T Matías Fernandez (arguing with an opponent), 45’ 1T Ezequiel Bonifacio (unsporting behavior), 23’ 2T Tomas Bottari (unsporting behavior), 36’ 2T Iván Villalba (unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Argentinos Juniors
54’ 2T – Emiliano Viveros out for Facundo Jainikoski
66’ 2T – Nicolás Oroz out for Diego Porcel; Federico Fattori out for Lucas Gómez; Leonel Bucca out for Sebastián Villa
77’ 2T – Alan Lescano out for Leandro Fernández; Iván Morales out for Facundo Carrizo
Yellow Cards for Argentinos Juniors
20’ 1T Federico Fattori (unsporting behavior), 40’ 1T Román Riquelme (arguing with an opponent), 41’ 1T Brayan Cortés (insulting or disrespecting the referee), 39’ 2T Kevin Coronel (unsporting behavior)
Red Card for Argentinos Juniors
17’ 1T Hernán López Muñoz (straight red)