In the match corresponding to the second round of the Clausura, San Martín (SJ) managed a captivating 3-2 victory against the Malevos, propelled by an impressive brace from Horacio Tijanovich. Under the leadership of coach Leandro Romagnoli, San Martín took command of the game and secured an early lead. Despite the efforts of Gustavo Benítez’s squad, which included goals from Milton Céliz (41’ 1st half) and Gabriel Obredor (45’ 2nd half), they were unable to avoid defeat.
Horacio Tijanovich was the standout player, netting two goals, with scores coming at the 29th minute of the first half and a penalty at the 58th minute of the second half. In addition, Santiago Salle contributed with a goal in the 79th minute, showcasing a solid overall performance with 14 successful passes.
Meanwhile, Dep. Riestra’s Antony Alonso displayed a moment of flair with a nutmeg on San Martín’s defender Lucas Diarte at the 25-minute mark of the first half.
Leandro Romagnoli implemented a tactical setup of 4-5-1 for San Martín (SJ), with Matías Borgogno guarding the goal; Ayrton Portillo, Rodrigo Cáseres, Luciano Recalde, and Lucas Diarte forming the defense; Nicolás Watson, Diego González, Santiago Salle, Tomás Fernández, and Horacio Tijanovich in midfield; and Ignacio Maestro Puch leading the attack.
On the other hand, Gustavo Benítez’s team lined up in a 5-4-1 formation, featuring Ignacio Arce in goal; Nicolás Sansotre, Facundo Miño, Cristian Paz, Rodrigo Gallo, and Rodrigo Sayavedra in defense; Leonardo Landriel, Milton Céliz, Jonatan Goitía, and Antony Alonso in midfield; with Jonathan Herrera as the lone forward.
Darío Herrera officiated the match, ensuring fair play throughout.
For their next match, San Martín (SJ) will visit Rosario Central, while the Malevos will host Atlético Tucumán.
Substitutions for San Martín (SJ)
76’ 2nd half – Horacio Tijanovich was replaced by Marco Iacobellis
84’ 2nd half – Ignacio Maestro Puch for Sebastián Jaurena, Tomás Fernández for Franco Toloza, and Milton Céliz for Pablo Monje
88’ 2nd half – Diego González for Federico Anselmo and Lucas Diarte for Matías Orihuela
Yellow Cards for San Martín (SJ):
21’ 1st half – Lucas Diarte (Unsportsmanlike conduct) and 51’ 2nd half – Ayrton Portillo (Delaying the game)
Substitutions for Dep. Riestra
45’ 2nd half – Rodrigo Sayavedra for Mariano Bracamonte and Leonardo Landriel for Alexander Díaz
63’ 2nd half – Jonatan Goitía for Gabriel Obredor
68’ 2nd half – Antony Alonso for Nicolás Benegas
Yellow Cards for Dep. Riestra:
12’ 1st half – Rodrigo Sayavedra (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 45’ 1st half – Jonatan Goitía (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 37’ 2nd half – Milton Céliz (Unsportsmanlike conduct), and 46’ 2nd half – Nicolás Benegas (Unsportsmanlike conduct)