In the fifth round of the Apertura, Atlético Tucumán demonstrated their dominance by decisively beating Estudiantes (RC) 4-0, with Leandro Díaz being the standout player, scoring twice. The team, managed by Hugo Colace, left no doubt about their superiority on the field. The match took place at the Monumental in Tucumán, and the referee was Daniel Zamora.
Leandro Díaz scored his first goal from the penalty spot in the 38th minute of the first half and netted another in the 82nd minute of the second half. In addition to Díaz’s contributions, Renzo Tesuri scored in the 29th minute, energizing the home crowd with a well-placed shot after receiving an assist from Leonel Di Plácido, which left Estudiantes’ goalkeeper with no chance. Nicolás Laméndola capped off the scoreline with the final goal in the 88th minute.
Renzo Tesuri not only scored but was also integral to Atlético Tucumán’s offensive efforts, attempting three shots and receiving the title of man of the match. Gabriel Compagnucci also displayed notable skills throughout the match, contributing to the team’s overall performance.
Atlético Tucumán lined up in a 4-4-2 formation, with Luis Ingolotti between the posts; a defensive line comprising Leonel Di Plácido, Gianluca Ferrari, Gastón Suso, and Maximiliano Villa; a midfield featuring Renzo Tesuri, Javier Domínguez, Kevin Ortiz, and Nicolás Laméndola; and in attack, Leandro Díaz and Gabriel Abeldaño.
In contrast, Estudiantes (RC), under coach Iván Delfino, deployed a 5-4-1 setup, with Renzo Bacchia in goal; a defense formed by Juan Antonini, Gonzalo Maffini, Matías Valenti, Tobías Ostchega, and Gabriel Alanís; a midfield consisting of Mateo Bajamich, Francisco Romero, Siro Rosané, and Martín Garnerone; and Javier Ferreira as the lone striker.
For the next round, Atlético Tucumán will visit Instituto, while Estudiantes (RC) will face San Lorenzo. The match showcased both teams’ contrasting forms as Atlético tried to continue their winning momentum.
Substitutions for Atlético Tucumán
70’ 2T – Javier Domínguez out for Ezequiel Ham
78’ 2T – Renzo Tesuri out for Gabriel Compagnucci
79’ 2T – Gabriel Abeldaño out for Martín Benítez
86’ 2T – Leonel Di Plácido out for Lautaro Godoy and Leandro Díaz out for Manuel Brondo
Yellow Cards for Atlético Tucumán:
28’ 2T Renzo Tesuri (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Estudiantes (RC)
45’ 2T – Javier Ferreira out for Nicolás Talpone and Matías Valenti out for Tomás Olmos
60’ 2T – Mateo Bajamich out for Ramón Ábila and Siro Rosané out for Tomás González
74’ 2T – Gabriel Alanís out for Ezequiel Forclaz
Yellow Cards for Estudiantes (RC):
36’ 1T Renzo Bacchia (Unsporting behavior), 18’ 2T Martín Garnerone (Unsporting behavior), and 26’ 2T Ramón Ábila (Insulting or disapproving of the referee)