In a captivating clash for the 13th round of the Apertura, Gimnasia (Mendoza) managed a narrow victory over Vélez, finalizing the match at 3-2. The hosts celebrated goals from Ezequiel Muñoz (45’ 1T), Agustín Módica (35’ 2T), and an own goal by Emanuel Mammana (46’ 2T). On the other side, Florián Monzón (2’ 1T) and Manuel Lanzini (11’ 1T) found the net for the visitors.
The home crowd erupted when Ezequiel Muñoz scored a stunning header just before halftime, assisted brilliantly by Facundo Lencioni, directing the ball into the right corner of Álvaro Montero Perales’ goal.
Agustín Módica stood out as the man of the match, contributing one goal and taking four shots on target, showcasing his attacking prowess throughout the game.
Facundo Lencioni also played a significant role, completing two key passes and firing five shots towards the opposing goal.
Gimnasia’s head coach, Darío Franco, implemented a strategic 4-5-1 formation featuring César Rigamonti as goalkeeper, with Juan José Franco, Ezequiel Muñoz, Diego Mondino, and Franco Saavedra forming the defensive line. The midfield included Nahuel Barboza, Ulises Sánchez, Facundo Lencioni, Esteban Fernández, and Brian Andrada, leaving Agustín Módica up front.
Meanwhile, Guillermo Barros Schelotto’s Vélez opted for a 4-5-1 setup, with Álvaro Montero in goal, and a defense made up of Joaquín García, Lisandro Magallán, Emanuel Mammana, and Elías Gómez. The midfield consisted of Claudio Baeza, Tobías Andrada, Diego Valdés, Manuel Lanzini, and Matías Pellegrini, while Florián Monzón led the attack.
Referee Álvaro Carranza oversaw the match, ensuring the game flowed smoothly.
Looking ahead, Gimnasia (Mendoza) will travel to face Platense next, while Vélez will play at home against Central Córdoba (SE) at the Estadio José Amalfitani.
Substitutions for Gimnasia (Mendoza)
54’ 2T – Brian Andrada was replaced by Julián Ceballos and Ulises Sánchez by Ignacio Sabatini.
67’ 2T – Esteban Fernández came off for Valentino Simoni.
83’ 2T – Agustín Módica was substituted by Santiago Rodríguez and Juan José Franco by Ismael Cortez.
Yellow Cards for Gimnasia (Mendoza):
0’ 2T Juan José Franco (Unsportsmanlike conduct) and 27’ 2T Facundo Lencioni (Insulting or disapproving the referee).
Substitutions for Vélez
50’ 2T – Diego Valdés was replaced by Rodrigo Aliendro.
60’ 2T – Matías Pellegrini came off for Matías Arias.
89’ 2T – Manuel Lanzini was substituted by Braian Romero and Florián Monzón by Dilan Godoy.
Yellow Cards for Vélez:
44’ 1T Matías Pellegrini (Unsportsmanlike conduct) and 30’ 2T Elías Gómez (Unsportsmanlike conduct).
Red Card for Vélez:
39’ 2T Guillermo Barros Schelotto (Direct red).