The clash on matchday 12 held at Parque Osvaldo Roberto concluded with Racing (U) and Juventud unable to break the deadlock, finishing goalless.
Juventud’s forward, Agustín Rodríguez, had the opportunity to put his team ahead but squandered a penalty kick in the 45th minute of the first half.
Lautaro Amadé emerged as the standout performer of the match, showcasing his skills as Racing’s goalkeeper. Similarly, Sebastián Sosa, Juventud’s keeper, also delivered an impressive performance.
Racing’s head coach, Cristian Chambian, deployed a 5-3-2 formation with Lautaro Amadé in goal, supported by a defensive line of Facundo González, Ignacio Brazionis, Gastón Bueno, Felipe Álvarez, and Diego Cheuquepal. The midfield comprised Esteban Da Silva, Guillermo Cotugno, and Felipe Cairus, while the attack was led by Federico Suárez and Iván Manzur.
On the other hand, Sebastián Méndez Pardiñas set up Juventud in a 4-4-2 formation, with Sebastián Sosa guarding the net. The defensive unit featured Federico Barrandeguy, Ángel Morosini, Geiner Martínez, and Emmanuel Mas, while the midfield consisted of Thomas Rodríguez, Ramiro Peralta, Iván Rossi, and Pablo Nongoy. Agustín Rodríguez and Jonathan Urretaviscaya spearheaded the attack.
The match was officiated by referee Leodán González Cabrera.
Looking ahead to the next fixtures, Racing will travel to face Cerro Largo, while Juventud is set to host Plaza Colonia.
With this result, the home side has accumulated 13 points in the tournament, placing them in 11th position. Meanwhile, Juventud sits in 13th place with 12 points.
Substitutions for Racing (U)
45’ 2T – Felipe Álvarez was substituted for Martín Ferreira, and Federico Suárez came off for Juan Bosca.
71’ 2T – Facundo González was replaced by Alejandro Severo.
Yellow Cards for Racing (U):
39’ 1T – Felipe Cairus (Unsporting behavior), 44’ 1T – Gastón Bueno (Holding an opponent to prevent them from advancing), 16’ 2T – Martín Ferreira (Unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for Juventud
76’ 2T – Thomas Rodríguez was substituted for Rodrigo Chagas.
77’ 2T – Ramiro Peralta was replaced by Sebastián Guerrero.
80’ 2T – Jonathan Urretaviscaya and Agustín Rodríguez came off for Facundo Perez and Franco Soldano, respectively.
Yellow Cards for Juventud:
9’ 1T – Thomas Rodríguez (Holding an opponent to prevent them from advancing), 20’ 2T – Emmanuel Mas (Unsporting behavior), 30’ 2T – Ramiro Peralta (Unsporting behavior), 42’ 2T – Iván Rossi (Holding an opponent to prevent them from advancing).