In a game that saw both teams unable to score, Banfield and Defensa y Justicia settled for a draw during their Clausura match at Estadio El Lencho.
Despite having a significant edge in ball possession with 64%, Defensa y Justicia could not capitalize on their chances, resulting in a scoreless tie against Banfield.
Aarón Molinas stood out as the best player, completing 37 successful passes and taking two shots on goal, showcasing his influence on the field.
On the other hand, Facundo Sanguinetti of Banfield delivered an impressive performance in goal, making four crucial saves and successfully completing four passes as well.
The coach of Banfield, Pedro Troglio, arranged his team in a 4-5-1 formation featuring Sanguinetti as the goalkeeper, supported by Juan Martín Iribarren, Santiago Daniele, Brandon Oviedo, and Ignacio Abraham in defense. The midfield was composed of Martín Río, Santiago Esquivel, Santiago López García, Gonzalo Ríos, and Tomás Adoryan, with Tiziano Perrotta leading the attack.
Meanwhile, Defensa y Justicia, managed by Mariano Soso, also employed a 4-5-1 setup with Enrique Bologna in goal; Ezequiel Cannavó, Damián Fernández, Rafael Delgado, and Alexis Soto forming the defensive line. Their midfield included Kevin Gutiérrez, César Pérez, Francisco González, Aarón Molinas, and Lenny Lobato, while Abiel Osorio was positioned at the front.
The officiating duties for the match were carried out by referee Luis Lobo Medina.
In the upcoming fixtures, Banfield will travel to face Newell’s, while Defensa y Justicia will host Aldosivi.
Substitutions for Banfield
59’ 2T – Santiago López García was replaced by Agustín Alaniz and Tomás Adoryan was substituted for Gabriel Vega.
71’ 2T – Tiziano Perrotta made way for Agustín Obando and Gonzalo Ríos was replaced by Lisandro Piñero.
92’ 2T – Ignacio Abraham left the field for Lautaro Ríos.
Yellow Cards for Banfield:
11’ 1T Santiago Daniele (Unsporting behavior), 36’ 2T Brandon Oviedo (Unsporting behavior), and 44’ 2T Lisandro Piñero (Unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for Defensa y Justicia
45’ 2T – Francisco González was replaced by David Barbona.
57’ 2T – Lenny Lobato left the field for Agustín Hausch.
70’ 2T – Aarón Molinas was substituted by Mateo Aguiar.
76’ 2T – Alexis Soto was replaced by Matías Miranda, and Abiel Osorio came off for Juan Bautista Miritello.
Yellow Cards for Defensa y Justicia:
27’ 2T Alexis Soto (Unsporting behavior) and 48’ 2T Mariano Soso (Insulting or disapproving the referee).