In a gripping contest at the Parque Alfredo Víctor Viera, MC Torque and Liverpool (U) shared the spoils with a 1-1 draw this Sunday. The match took a turn for Liverpool (U) when Diogo Guzmán opened the scoring for MC Torque in the 57th minute, placing the home side in a precarious position. However, just as the clock was about to run out, Renzo Machado struck back for Liverpool (U), finding the net in the 93rd minute, which sent their fans into jubilation.
Renzo Machado was undoubtedly the standout performer of the match, showcasing his skills with a crucial equalizer that highlighted his importance to the team. On the other side, Diogo Guzmán also had a significant impact for MC Torque, scoring their sole goal of the game.
MC Torque’s coach, Marcelo Méndez, set his team up in a traditional 4-4-2 formation, featuring Franco Torgnascioli as their goalkeeper, with Ezequiel Busquets, Guillermo Fratta, Gary Kagelmacher, and Santiago Costa forming the defense. Diogo Guzmán, Gonzalo Montes, Pablo Siles, and Esteban Obregón made up the midfield, while Walter Nuñez and José Neris led the attack.
Liverpool (U), controlled by coach Joaquin Papa, brought a 4-3-3 formation onto the pitch. Carlos Lentinelly stood guard in goal, backed by Facundo Perdomo, Martín Rea, Enzo Castillo, and Francisco Bregante in defense. Franco Catarozzi, Martín Rabuñal, and Gonzalo Nápoli composed the midfield, with Manuel Castro, Abel Hernández, and Nicolás Vallejo spearheading the attack.
The match referee, Andrés Matonte, ensured fair play throughout the encounter.
Next week, MC Torque will travel to face Juventud, while Liverpool (U) will host Peñarol. Following this match, both teams sit with 11 points in the standings, with Liverpool (U) positioned fifth, just ahead of sixth-placed MC Torque.
Substitutions for MC Torque
69’ 2T – José Neris made way for Nahuel da Silva.
76’ 2T – Diogo Guzmán replaced by Kevin Arevalo, Esteban Obregón subbed for José Tarán.
85’ 2T – Ezequiel Busquets going off for Bautista Kociubinski, and Pablo Siles for Franco Pizzichillo.
Booked Players for MC Torque:
41’ 1T Diogo Guzmán and 48’ 2T Ezequiel Busquets.
Substitutions for Liverpool (U)
63’ 2T – Franco Catarozzi substituted by Lucas Acosta.
71’ 2T – Manuel Castro off for Matías Mir.
72’ 2T – Facundo Perdomo replaced by Renzo Machado.
88’ 2T – Francisco Bregante out for Agustín Cayetano and Gonzalo Nápoli substituted by Nahuel Soria.
Booked Players for Liverpool (U):
50’ 2T Martín Rea.