The match between Unión and Aldosivi, held at the Avenida Stadium during the sixth round of the Apertura, concluded with a narrow victory for the home team, Unión, who secured the three points. Cristian Tarragona was the standout player, scoring the only goal of the match in the 67th minute.
Tarragona’s decisive moment came when he skillfully headed the ball into the net, leaving keeper Axel Werner with no chance to make a save.
Throughout the match, Cristian Tarragona showcased his exceptional talents, not only scoring but also attempting six shots on goal, earning him the title of Man of the Match. Meanwhile, defender Juan Pablo Ludueña made significant contributions, successfully clearing six dangerous balls from the area.
In an exciting highlight at the 51st minute of the second half, defender Mateo Del Blanco electrified the crowd with a flashy nutmeg on Junior Arias.
Unión’s coach Leonardo Madelón lined up his team in a 4-4-2 formation, with Matías Mansilla in goal; Lautaro Vargas, Alex Maizon Rodriguez, Juan Pablo Ludueña, and Mateo Del Blanco in defense; Julián Palacios, Mauro Pittón, Rafael Profini, and Franco Fragapane in midfield; and Cristian Tarragona alongside Marcelo Estigarribia in attack.
Aldosivi’s coach Guillermo Farré also opted for a 4-4-2 setup, with Axel Werner guarding the goal; Rodrigo González, Nicolás Zalazar, Fernando Román Villalba, and Lucas Rodríguez in the defense; Roberto Bochi, Federico Gino, Alan Sosa, and Esteban Rolón in midfield; and Nicolás Cordero and Junior Arias up front.
The match was officiated by referee Luis Lobo Medina.
Looking ahead, Unión will play away against Sarmiento, while Aldosivi is set to visit Banfield for their next fixtures.
Substitutions for Unión
45’ 2T – Franco Fragapane out for Misael Aguirre
76’ 2T – Mateo Del Blanco out for Bruno Pittón
84’ 2T – Cristian Tarragona out for Augusto Solari
Cautions for Unión:
41’ 1T – Marcelo Estigarribia (arguing with an opponent)
18’ 2T – Julián Palacios (unsportsmanlike conduct)
28’ 2T – Cristian Tarragona (unsportsmanlike conduct)
Substitutions for Aldosivi
63’ 2T – Roberto Bochi out for Franco Leys, Marcelo Estigarribia out for Diego Díaz, and Julián Palacios out for Brahian Cuello
70’ 2T – Esteban Rolón out for Natanael Guzmán and Junior Arias out for Facundo De La Vega
83’ 2T – Rodrigo González out for Guillermo Enrique and Nicolás Zalazar out for Agustín Palavecino
Cautions for Aldosivi:
41’ 1T – Fernando Román Villalba (arguing with an opponent)
13’ 2T – Axel Werner (insulting or disapproving of the referee)
43’ 2T – Agustín Palavecino (holding an opponent to impede progress)