As the second half gets underway, Peñarol is currently ahead 1-0 against Albion, thanks to an early goal from Maximiliano Olivera in the first half (23’). The match is being held at the Centenario Stadium.
Match Statistics: Albion vs. Peñarol
- Shots on Target: Albion (0) vs. Peñarol (1)
- Fouls Committed: Albion (3) vs. Peñarol (4)
- Accurate Passes: Albion (0) vs. Peñarol (1)
- Free Kicks: Albion (0) vs. Peñarol (1)
Team Performances Leading Up to This Match
This match brings together Albion and Peñarol, both of whom ended in a draw during their last encounter. They are seeking to secure three points to improve their standings in the tournament.
Albion’s Recent Results
Albion comes into this match after a 2-2 draw against Progreso. Their recent form has been mixed with 2 defeats, 1 win, and 1 draw in their last four matches, conceding 7 goals while scoring 7.
Peñarol’s Recent Results
Peñarol’s previous match ended in a 1-1 draw against Danubio. Their recent performances have been inconsistent, with 3 victories and 1 loss. They have managed to score 8 goals and conceded 5 in those outings.
As it stands, the home side is in 11th place with 5 points (1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses), while Peñarol sits comfortably in 5th place with 10 points (3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss).
Referee Bruno Sacarelo is officiating the match at the Centenario Stadium.
Albion’s Starting XI
Coach Federico Nieves has set up the team in a 4-5-1 formation, featuring goalkeeper Sebastian Jaume; defenders Andrés Romero, Pablo Lacoste, Ezequiel Burdin, and Federico Puente; midfielders Tomás Moschión, Hernán Toledo, Leonardo Pais, Francisco Ginella, and Carlos Airala; and Álvaro López as the forward.
Peñarol’s Starting XI
Diego Aguirre has opted for a 3-6-1 setup, with Washington Aguerre in goal; Lucas Ferreira, Emanuel Gularte, and Maximiliano Olivera in defense; Franco Escobar, Eric Remedi, Jesús Trindade, Gastón Togni, Nicolás Fernández, and Leonardo Fernández in midfield; and Matías Arezo as the lone striker.