Match Preview: Cerro Largo vs. Peñarol
Today, starting at 18:00 (Argentina time), Cerro Largo will take on Peñarol in the ninth round of the Clausura at the Estadio Centenario.
Current Form of Cerro Largo and Peñarol
The home team is looking to change their fortunes after a disappointing loss in their previous match. In contrast, the visitors arrive with great motivation following a victory in their last outing.
Recent Results for Cerro Largo in the Clausura
Cerro Largo faced MC Torque in their last game at Parque Alfredo Víctor Viera, where they were unable to secure a victory. Their recent form has been somewhat inconsistent, with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss. They scored 3 goals but also conceded 3 in those matches.
Recent Results for Peñarol in the Clausura
Peñarol comes into this clash after a narrow 1-0 win against Juventud in their last match. Over the previous fixtures, they have recorded 3 wins and 1 draw, netting 10 goals while conceding only 3.
The local team has accumulated 1 victory in their last few games, while the visiting team also has 1 win, accounting for a total of 3 draws between them in recent encounters. Their last meeting took place earlier in this tournament on June 1, during the Group Stage of the Uruguay – Torneo Intermedio 2025, which ended in a 1-1 stalemate.
In the current standings, Cerro Largo holds the fifth position with 16 points (5 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses), while Peñarol sits atop the table with 19 points, hoping to maintain their lead with another win (6 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss).
| Team | Points | Games Played | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goal Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peñarol | 19 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Boston River | 18 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 13 |
| MC Torque | 17 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 74 |
| Nacional | 16 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| Cerro Largo | 16 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 24 |
Upcoming Matches for Cerro Largo in the Clausura
- Matchday 10: vs Nacional – October 4, 18:00 (Argentina Time)
- Matchday 11: vs Boston River – Date and time to be confirmed
- Matchday 12: vs River Plate – Date and time to be confirmed
- Matchday 13: vs Racing (U) – Date and time to be confirmed
- Matchday 14: vs Plaza Colonia – Date and time to be confirmed
Upcoming Matches for Peñarol in the Clausura
- Matchday 10: vs Danubio – October 5, 18:00 (Argentina Time)
- Matchday 11: vs Miramar Misiones – Date and time to be confirmed
- Matchday 12: vs Wanderers – Date and time to be confirmed
- Matchday 13: vs Cerro – Date and time to be confirmed
- Matchday 14: vs Defensor Sporting – Date and time to be confirmed
Match Start Times by Country
- Argentina and Chile (Santiago): 18:00 hours
- Colombia and Peru: 16:00 hours
- Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico (Mexico) and Nicaragua: 15:00 hours
- Venezuela: 17:00 hours