In a gripping encounter, Cerro Largo faced off against Cerro and the match ended in a 1-1 draw. The home team started strong but found themselves trailing after Lucas Correa scored a goal for Cerro Largo at the 11th minute of the first half.
However, the visitors fought hard and managed to equalize just before the end of the match, with Alejo Macelli netting a crucial goal in the 45th minute of the second half.
Alejo Macelli emerged as the star of the match, showcasing his skills not only in defense but also converting a pivotal goal for his team. On the opposing side, Lucas Correa’s defensive efforts for Cerro Largo made a significant impact, contributing to his team’s initial lead.
Danielo Nuñez, the coach of Cerro Largo, opted for a 4-4-2 tactical formation with Pedro González guarding the goal; Alexander Hernandez, Lucas Correa, Matías Fracchia, and Santiago Franca in defense; Mario García, Santiago Marcel, Emiliano Jourdan, and Axel Pandiani in the midfield; while Diego Daguerre and Tiziano Correa formed the attacking duo.
Meanwhile, Alejandro Apud Varela guided his team with a 3-5-2 setup featuring Fabrizio Correa in goal; Gianni Rodríguez, Alejo Macelli, and Ariel Lima at the back; with Mateo Argüello, Jairo Amaro, Brian Quinteros, Francisco Bregante, and Brahian Alemán in the midfield; and Bruno Morales alongside Cristian Barros leading the attack.
The match was officiated by Felipe Vikonis at the Arquitecto Antonio Ubilla stadium.
Looking ahead, Cerro Largo will travel to face Boston River, while Cerro will host MC Torque in their next fixtures. As it stands, Cerro Largo holds the seventh position in the tournament with 14 points, while Cerro remains in the fourteenth place with 9 points.
Substitutions for Cerro Largo
69’ 2T – Emiliano Jourdan replaced by Sebastián Assís and Mario García for Maximiliano Añasco
78’ 2T – Diego Daguerre off for Gustavo Viera
89’ 2T – Axel Pandiani off for Nicolás Bertocchi and Tiziano Correa off for Federico Sellecchia
Booked in Cerro Largo:
1’ 1T Emiliano Jourdan (Unsportsmanlike conduct) and 29’ 1T Santiago Franca (Unsportsmanlike conduct)
Substitutions for Cerro
45’ 2T – Brian Quinteros replaced by Rodrigo Mederos
67’ 2T – Cristian Barros off for Tiago Rijo
77’ 2T – Bruno Morales substituted by Augusto Cambón
88’ 2T – Jairo Amaro off for Iván Valenzuela and Mateo Argüello off for Alejandro Severo
Booked in Cerro:
7’ 2T Jairo Amaro (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 28’ 2T Rodrigo Mederos (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 33’ 2T Gianni Rodríguez (Unsportsmanlike conduct) and 39’ 2T Brahian Alemán (Unsportsmanlike conduct)