In a gripping semifinal of the Clausura, Peñarol earned three vital points with a 2-1 triumph over Liverpool (U). The match took an exciting turn as Abel Hernández ignited Liverpool’s celebrations by breaking the deadlock with a header just after halftime, at the 46-minute mark. However, the joy was short-lived as Diego García leveled the game in the 58th minute through an impressive play. The decisive moment came when Leonardo Fernández converted a penalty, putting Peñarol ahead with a stunning goal at the 69th minute.
Peñarol had an earlier opportunity to take the lead in the first half when Matías Arezo’s shot hit the post at the 46th minute.
Leonardo Fernández put on an exceptional performance. The Peñarol midfielder scored one goal and recorded four attempts at goal. Diego García also stood out, scoring a goal and making two shots.
On the tactical side, Liverpool’s coach Joaquin Papa fielded a 4-3-3 formation with Carlos Lentinelly in goal; Kevin Amaro, Martín Rea, Enzo Castillo, and Lucas Suárez in defense; Lucas Acosta, Martín Rabuñal, and Gonzalo Nápoli in midfield; while Manuel Castro, Abel Hernández, and Nicolás Vallejo led the attack.
Conversely, Peñarol’s coach Diego Aguirre opted for a 4-4-2 setup, featuring Brayan Cortés in goal; Pedro Milans, Javier Méndez, Nahuel Herrera, and Maximiliano Olivera in defense; Jesús Trindade, Eric Remedi, Ignacio Sosa, and Leonardo Fernández in midfield; along with Maximiliano Silvera and Matías Arezo upfront.
Match referee Andrés Matonte oversaw the game’s proceedings.
Peñarol continues to pursue its ambitions in the Clausura, as they advance to the finals.
Substitutions for Liverpool (U)
101’ – Abel Hernández was replaced by Renzo Machado and Gonzalo Nápoli by Lucas Wasilewsky. 102’ – Nicolás Vallejo was substituted for Francisco Bregante, Nahuel Herrera for Emanuel Gularte, and Ignacio Sosa for Jaime Báez. 56’ 2T – Manuel Castro was substituted for Santiago Milano. 72’ 2T – Lucas Acosta was replaced by Franco Catarozzi. 91’ 2T – Kevin Amaro was substituted for Facundo Perdomo.
Yellow Cards for Liverpool (U):
4’ 1T – Enzo Castillo (Unsporting behavior), 35’ 1T – Kevin Amaro (Unsporting behavior), 43’ 1T – Martín Rabuñal (Unsporting behavior), 49’ 2T – Lucas Suárez (Unsporting behavior), 7’ A2 – Martín Rea (Insulting/abusing the referee) and 8’ A2 – Franco Catarozzi (Insulting/abusing the referee).
Red Card for Liverpool (U):
7’ 2T – Enzo Castillo (Red for second yellow).
Substitutions for Peñarol
65’ 2T – Eric Remedi was replaced by Leandro Umpierrez. 85’ 2T – Maximiliano Silvera came off for Diego García. 90’ A1 – Pedro Milans was substituted for Stiven Muhletaler. 95’ A1 – Javier Méndez was replaced by Lucas Hernández.
Yellow Cards for Peñarol:
46’ 1T – Nahuel Herrera (Holding an opponent to prevent advance), 15’ 2T – Eric Remedi (Unsporting behavior), 30’ 2T – Javier Méndez (Insulting/abusing the referee), 32’ 2T – Pedro Milans (Unsporting behavior), and 18’ A2 – Leonardo Fernández (Unsporting behavior).