In an intense match held at the Estadio Don José Dellagiovanna, Tigre managed to claim victory over Racing Club with a final score of 3-1. Despite the Academy’s efforts and a goal from Gabriel Rojas, it was Tigre who ultimately controlled the game and took home the three points.
The breakthrough for Tigre came from David Romero, who found the net in the first half at the 48th minute. However, Racing Club responded, with Gabriel Rojas equalizing in the 34th minute of the second half. The game took a decisive turn when Ignacio Russo scored in the 40th minute, followed by Gonzalo Martínez who scored a stunning goal in the 44th minute, sealing the win for Tigre.
A highlight of the match was Gonzalo Martínez’s incredible shot that found the top right corner of the net, impossible for the goalkeeper to stop. His performance, alongside that of David Romero, was crucial for Tigre’s win.
While Racing Club held 65% possession throughout the match, they could not convert this advantage into goals, demonstrating the efficient counter-attacking play of Tigre.
Gabriel Rojas emerged as the standout player for Racing Club, scoring one goal, completing 48 accurate passes, and making two attempts at goal. On the other side, David Romero had a significant impact with his goal, two shots on target, and two successful passes.
Tigre’s coach, Diego Dabove, utilized a 4-4-2 formation, with Felipe Zenobio as the goalkeeper; Valentín Moreno, Joaquín Laso, Alan Barrionuevo, and Federico Álvarez in defense; Jabes Saralegui, Jalil Elías, Bruno Leyes, and Sebastián Medina in midfield; and Ignacio Russo and David Romero leading the attack.
Conversely, Racing Club, under the guidance of Gustavo Costas, fielded a 3-4-3 formation with Facundo Cambeses in goal; Nazareno Colombo, Santiago Sosa, and Agustín García Basso in defense; Gastón Martirena, Bruno Zuculini, Matko Miljevic, and Gabriel Rojas in midfield; and Valentín Carboni, Adrián Martínez, and Santiago Solari in front.
Referee Pablo Echavarría officiated the match. Looking ahead, Tigre will face River Plate in their next fixture, while Racing Club is set to host Argentinos Juniors.
Substitutions for Tigre
45’ 2T – Jabes Saralegui was replaced by Tiago Serrago
69’ 2T – Joaquín Laso made way for Ramón Arias
75’ 2T – David Romero and Bruno Leyes were substituted for Alfio Oviedo and Joaquín Mosqueira respectively
80’ 2T – Sebastián Medina was substituted by Gonzalo Martínez
Substitutions for Racing Club
59’ 2T – Agustín García Basso was replaced by Franco Pardo; Valentín Carboni for Matías Zaracho; Bruno Zuculini for Baltasar Rodríguez; and Matko Miljevic for Duván Vergara
79’ 2T – Nazareno Colombo was substituted for Tomás Conechny
Yellow Cards for Racing Club:
30’ 1T – Bruno Zuculini (holds an opponent to prevent advancement)
6’ 2T – Agustín García Basso (repeated fouling)
12’ 2T – Santiago Solari (unsporting behavior)
17’ 2T – Santiago Sosa (insulting or disapproving the referee)