The clash on matchday 2 ended in a stalemate as Estudiantes (RC) and Argentinos Juniors failed to find the back of the net.
In a dramatic turn of events, Argentinos Juniors’ forward Tomás Molina missed a crucial penalty in the 93rd minute that could have given his team the lead.
Renzo Bacchia emerged as the standout performer for Estudiantes (RC), demonstrating his skills by saving three shots on goal.
Defender Francisco Álvarez made significant contributions for Argentinos Juniors, clearing three dangerous balls from the defensive area.
Coach Iván Delfino set up Estudiantes (RC) in a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Renzo Bacchia in goal, with a backline of Matías Ruiz Díaz, Gonzalo Maffini, Sergio Ojeda, and Tobías Ostchega. The midfield included Alejandro Cabrera, Martín Garnerone, Tomás González, and Gabriel Alanís, while Nicolás Talpone and Mateo Bajamich led the attack.
On the other hand, Nicolás Diez’s side lined up with a 4-5-1 formation, with Brayan Cortés as the goalkeeper, supported by defenders Leandro Lozano, Francisco Álvarez, Erik Godoy, and Sebastián Prieto. The midfield comprised Alan Lescano, Federico Fattori, Nicolás Oroz, Diego Porcel, and Emiliano Viveros, and Tomás Molina took his place up front.
Referee Jorge Baliño officiated the match at Estadio de Río Cuarto Antonio Candini.
Looking ahead to the next round, Estudiantes (RC) will travel to face Banfield, while Argentinos Juniors will host Belgrano.
Substitutions for Estudiantes (RC)
45’ 2T – Alejandro Cabrera for Siro Rosané
57’ 2T – Nicolás Talpone for Ezequiel Forclaz and Martín Garnerone for Mauro Valiente
64’ 2T – Mateo Bajamich for Lucas González
76’ 2T – Gabriel Alanís for Tobías Leiva
Yellow Cards for Estudiantes (RC):
6’ 2T Gonzalo Maffini (Unsporting behavior) and 36’ 2T Sergio Ojeda (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Argentinos Juniors
52’ 2T – Sebastián Prieto for Claudio Bravo
65’ 2T – Diego Porcel for Facundo Jainikoski and Nicolás Oroz for Ryoga Kida
77’ 2T – Alan Lescano for Leandro Fernández and Emiliano Viveros for Enzo Pérez