In a gripping encounter, San Lorenzo triumphed over Quilmes with a score of 4-3 in the penalty shootout, securing their place in the next round of the Copa Argentina. The successful penalty takers for San Lorenzo were Andrés Vombergar, Alexis Cuello, Ezequiel Herrera, and Elías Báez. In contrast, Quilmes saw Gabriel Aranda and Francisco Flores fail to convert their spot-kicks.
The match ended with a 0-0 stalemate after the regular time, leading to the nerve-wracking shootout to determine the winner.
Andrés Vombergar had an early chance to give San Lorenzo the lead but missed a penalty in the 23rd minute of the first half.
Esteban Glellel was the standout player for Quilmes, showcasing exceptional skill by saving six penalty attempts, making a significant impact on the game.
Meanwhile, Alexis Cuello was instrumental for San Lorenzo, firing four shots on target during the match.
San Lorenzo’s coach, Damián Ayude, set his team up in a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Orlando Gill in goal, with defenders Ezequiel Herrera, Nery Domínguez, Daniel Herrera, and Elías Báez. The midfield comprised Ignacio Perruzzi, Nicolás Tripichio, Ezequiel Cerutti, Facundo Gulli, and Alexis Cuello, with Andrés Vombergar leading the attack.
On the other hand, Quilmes, managed by Aldo Duscher, deployed a similar 4-5-1 strategy, with Esteban Glellel guarding the net and a defense made up of Federico Perez, Gabriel Aranda, Francisco Flores, and Agustín Bindella. The midfield trio included Iván Ramírez, Camilo Machado, and Mariano Miño, while Juan Cruz Kaprof was the lone striker upfront.
Referee Luis Lobo Medina officiated the match.
With this victory, San Lorenzo moves on to the Round of 16 in the Copa Argentina.
Substitutions for San Lorenzo
64’ 2T – Facundo Gulli exited for Manuel Insaurralde
86’ 2T – Nicolás Tripichio was replaced by Branco Salinardi
Yellow Cards for San Lorenzo:
13’ 1T Facundo Gulli (Unsporting behavior), 19’ 1T Elías Báez (Unsporting behavior), 11’ 2T Ignacio Perruzzi (Unsporting behavior), 45’ 2T Ezequiel Cerutti (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Quilmes
54’ 2T – Juan Cruz Kaprof was substituted by Oscar Belinetz
68’ 2T – Mariano Miño was replaced by Joaquin Postigo, and Camilo Machado was substituted for Juan Capano
79’ 2T – Marcos Roseti was replaced by Ramiro Martinez
Yellow Cards for Quilmes:
42’ 1T Agustín Bindella (Unsporting behavior), 34’ 2T Leandro Allende (Unsporting behavior), 47’ 2T Iván Ramírez (Unsporting behavior)
Red Card for Quilmes:
23’ 2T Agustín Bindella (Red for two yellow cards)