Banfield achieved a vital victory at home against Tigre today, winning 1-0 in the 12th round of the Apertura tournament. The only goal of the match was scored by Tiziano Perrotta, who found the net in the 26th minute with a well-placed header off a pass from David Zalazar.
Despite several efforts, Tigre struggled to convert their chances, including a near miss from defender Joaquín Laso, whose attempt hit the post in the 58th minute, denying them an equalizer.
Tiziano Perrotta’s standout performance earned him the title of best player of the match, as he not only scored the winning goal but also had two shots on target. In addition, David Zalazar played a key role, making six attempts towards the goal during the game.
Coach Pedro Troglio set up Banfield in a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Facundo Sanguinetti as the goalkeeper; a defensive line comprising Santiago López García, Danilo Arboleda, Nicolás Meriano, and Ignacio Abraham; a midfield with David Zalazar, Santiago Esquivel, Ignacio Pais Mayan, and Lautaro Gómez; and forwards Mauro Méndez and Tiziano Perrotta.
On the other side, Tigre’s coach, Diego Dabove, also opted for a 4-4-2 formation, with Felipe Zenobio guarding the goal; Martín Garay, Joaquín Laso, Alan Barrionuevo, and Nahuel Banegas in defense; a midfield trio of Santiago López, Bruno Leyes, and Jalil Elías, alongside Elías Cabrera; and forwards Ignacio Russo and Alfio Oviedo.
The match was officiated by referee Luis Lobo Medina.
Looking ahead, Banfield’s next fixture in the tournament will be an away game against Argentinos Juniors, while Tigre will host Independiente Riv. (M).
Substitutions for Banfield
51’ 2T – Lautaro Gómez was replaced by Santiago Daniele
57’ 2T – Tiziano Perrotta made way for Tomás Adoryan, and Santiago Esquivel was substituted for Lautaro Villegas
82’ 2T – David Zalazar was substituted by Thomas Rodríguez, and Mauro Méndez was replaced by Bruno Sepúlveda
Yellow Cards for Banfield:
11’ 1T Santiago López García, 28’ 1T Nicolás Meriano, and 25’ 2T Mauro Méndez
Red Card for Banfield:
4’ 2T Nicolás Meriano (Red for a second yellow card)
Substitutions for Tigre
54’ 2T – Bruno Leyes was substituted for Gonzalo Martínez
68’ 2T – Nahuel Banegas left the field for Federico Álvarez, Elías Cabrera was substituted for Manuel Fernández, and Alfio Oviedo was replaced by David Romero
Yellow Cards for Tigre:
22’ 1T Alfio Oviedo, 44’ 1T Bruno Leyes, and 16’ 2T Joaquín Laso