On matchday 11 of the Apertura, Nacional experienced a tough defeat at home, losing 2-4 to Deportivo Maldonado, even with their striker Nicolás López scoring twice. The home side’s goals were netted by Santiago Ramírez (16’), Christian Tabó (40’), Guillermo López (34’ of the second half), and Maximiliano Noble (52’, penalty). Meanwhile, Nicolás López found the back of the net for Nacional at the 27th and 39th minutes of the first half (penalty).
Santiago Ramírez earned applause for his skillful finish that opened the scoring in the 16th minute. Matías Espíndola delivered a precise cross, allowing the midfielder to drive the ball into the net.
Christian Tabó stood out for Deportivo Maldonado, contributing with one goal and taking two shots, showcasing a strong performance throughout the match.
Nicolás López also made a significant impact, scoring two goals and attempting three shots, highlighting his importance to the Nacional squad.
Deportivo Maldonado’s coach, Gabriel Di Noia, opted for a 4-4-2 formation with Diego Segovia in goal; the defense comprised Juan Martín Ginzo, Hernán Menosse, Joaquín Fernández, and Juan Manuel Ramos; the midfield featured Matías Espíndola, Maximiliano González, Maximiliano Noble, and Santiago Ramírez; while Renato César and Christian Tabó formed the attacking duo.
On the other hand, Nacional’s manager Jorge Bava employed a 4-3-3 system, featuring Ignacio Suárez as the goalkeeper; in defense were Juan Pintado, Paolo Calione, Tomás Viera, and Federico Bais; Luciano Boggio, Mauricio Vera, and Luciano Gonzalez operated in midfield; and the forward line included Nicolás López, Pavel Nuñez, and Tomás Verón Lupi.
Gustavo Tejera presided over the game as the referee.
Looking ahead, Deportivo Maldonado will face Danubio away, while Nacional is set to visit Liverpool (U). As it stands, the home team is in third place in the league standings with 22 points, while the visitors are seventh with 16 points.
Substitutions for Deportivo Maldonado
66’ 2T – Christian Tabó out for Adrián Vila
72’ 2T – Santiago Ramírez out for Guillermo López, Renato César out for Elías de León Aristegui, and Pavel Nuñez out for Maxi Gómez
84’ 2T – Hernán Menosse out for Nicolas Fuica
85’ 2T – Matías Espíndola out for Lucas Núñez
Yellow Cards for Deportivo Maldonado:
30’ 1T Hernán Menosse (Unsporting behavior), 19’ 2T Maximiliano González, 30’ 2T Elías de León Aristegui (Unsporting behavior), and 38’ 2T Juan Manuel Ramos (Disputing with an opponent)
Substitutions for Nacional
45’ 2T – Luciano Gonzalez out for Maximiliano Silvera
59’ 2T – Mauricio Vera out for Nicolás Lodeiro
67’ 2T – Tomás Verón Lupi out for Juan Cruz De Los Santos and Luciano Boggio out for Lúcas Rodríguez
Yellow Cards for Nacional:
3’ 2T Mauricio Vera (Unsporting behavior), 38’ 2T Maxi Gómez (Disputing with an opponent), 46’ 2T Paolo Calione (Unsporting behavior), and 51’ 2T Ignacio Suárez (Insulting or disapproving the referee)
Red Card for Nacional:
41’ 2T Nicolás López (Straight red)