Juventud achieved a crucial home victory by defeating Progreso with a single goal on Sunday, during the 11th round of the Apertura. The decisive moment came from Fernando Mimbacas, who netted the only goal of the match at the 42nd minute of the first half.
After gaining control of the ball, the forward left goalkeeper Andrés Mehring scrambling with a well-placed shot.
Fernando Mimbacas was undoubtedly the standout performer of the match, contributing with a goal that sealed the win for his team.
Juventud’s goalkeeper, Sebastián Sosa, also had a remarkable game, making several critical saves to maintain the clean sheet.
Head coach Sergio Blanco opted for a 4-3-3 formation, featuring Sebastián Sosa in goal; Ángel Morosini, Patricio Pernicone, Emmanuel Mas, and Renzo Rabino in defense; Emanuel Cecchini, Leonel Roldán, and Ramiro Peralta in midfield; and Gastón Pereiro, Fernando Mimbacas, and Alejo Cruz leading the attack.
On the other hand, Progreso, managed by Leonel Rocco, took the pitch with a 4-4-2 setup, with Andrés Mehring in goal; Gianfranco Trasante, Hernán Carroso, Federico Andueza, and Facundo Kidd in defense; Facundo de León, Santiago Viera, Agustín Pinheiro, and Nahuel López in the midfield; and Matteo Copelotti and Jonathan Dos Santos in the forward positions.
The match was officiated by referee Esteban Guerra at Parque Artigas Stadium.
Juventud’s next challenge will be away against Peñarol, while Progreso will host Wanderers in their upcoming fixture.
With this victory, Juventud rises to 7 points, placing them in the 15th position, while Progreso remains at 7 points and occupies the 16th place in the tournament.
Substitutions for Juventud
59’ 2T – Gastón Pereiro was replaced by Juan Martín Boselli
66’ 2T – Ramiro Peralta was substituted by Facundo Perez and Fernando Mimbacas came off for Sebastián Guerrero
86’ 2T – Alejo Cruz was taken off for Agustín Alaniz and Leonel Roldán was replaced by Mateo Izaguirre
Yellow Cards for Juventud:
1’ 2T – Gastón Pereiro (Unsporting behavior), 19’ 2T – Renzo Rabino (Unsporting behavior), and 30’ 2T – Patricio Pernicone (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Progreso
46’ 1T – Federico Andueza was replaced by Marcos Paolini
67’ 2T – Matteo Copelotti was substituted by Agustín Paz, Santiago Viera came off for Nicolás Fernández, and Facundo de León was replaced by Agustín Codagnone
80’ 2T – Jonathan Dos Santos was taken off for Diego Sánchez
Yellow Cards for Progreso:
49’ 1T – Leonel Rocco, 28’ 2T – Facundo Kidd (Unsporting behavior), and 47’ 2T – Agustín Paz (Unsporting behavior)
Red Card for Progreso:
49’ 1T – Leonel Rocco (Direct red)