On Saturday, Wanderers showcased their prowess by defeating Cerro with a dominant score of 3-0 in the 9th round of the Apertura. The opening goal was scored by Mateo Levato at the 42nd minute of the first half, expertly converting a penalty kick with finesse.
The second half saw Wanderers solidify their lead, with Jonathan Urretaviscaya striking early at the 46th minute, extending the advantage with a well-executed play. Nearly ten minutes later, Nicolás Olivera sealed the match with a header in the 73rd minute, bringing the final score to 3-0.
Nicolás Olivera stood out as the star of the match, contributing significantly not only with his goal but also through strong defensive plays. Jonathan Urretaviscaya was also pivotal, finding the net for one of the goals.
Head coach Mathías Corujo employed a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Agustín Buffa in goal; Nahuel Furtado, Fabricio Formiliano, Nicolás Olivera, and Leandro Zazpe in defense; a midfield consisting of Nicolás Queiroz, Gonzalo Freitas, Jonathan Urretaviscaya, Mateo Levato, and Jonás Luna; and Joaquín Zeballos leading the attack.
Cerro, managed by Alejandro Apud Varela, setup in a 3-5-2 arrangement with Fabrizio Correa guarding the net; a defensive line comprised of Juan Cruz Guasone, Alejo Macelli, and Gianni Rodríguez; a midfield of Damián Suárez, Jairo Amaro, Pablo Nongoy, Francisco Bregante, and Brahian Alemán; with Cristian Barros and Augusto Cambón up front.
The match was officiated by referee Javier Burgos.
Looking ahead, Wanderers will face Boston River in their next match, while Cerro will host Defensor Sporting at the Monumental Luis Troccoli Stadium.
After this encounter, Wanderers stands fifth in the table with 14 points, whereas Cerro remains in 15th place with only 5 points.
Substitutions for Wanderers
75’ 2T – Gonzalo Freitas came off for José Alberti and Nahuel Furtado was replaced by Mateo Acosta.
79’ 2T – Jonathan Urretaviscaya was substituted for Rodrigo Rivero.
Yellow Cards for Wanderers:
21’ 1T Jonás Luna and 35’ 1T Gonzalo Freitas (Unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for Cerro
45’ 2T – Damián Suárez was substituted by Mateo Argüello, Joaquín Zeballos left for Santiago Benítez, and Augusto Cambón was replaced by Bruno Morales.
55’ 2T – Juan Cruz Guasone came off for Agustín Miranda, while Pablo Nongoy was replaced by Axel Méndez.
71’ 2T – Cristian Barros was substituted for Brian Quinteros.
Yellow Cards for Cerro:
39’ 1T Juan Cruz Guasone (Unsporting behavior), 5’ 2T Pablo Nongoy (Unsporting behavior), 23’ 2T Agustín Miranda (Unsporting behavior), and 46’ 2T Bruno Morales (Unsporting behavior).
Red Card for Cerro:
24’ 2T Agustín Miranda (Red for second yellow).