Juventud clinched a crucial home victory over Progreso on Sunday, sealing the match with a single goal during the 11th round of the Apertura. The standout player, Fernando Mimbacas, found the back of the net in the 42nd minute of the first half.
After taking control of the ball, Mimbacas skillfully outmaneuvered goalkeeper Andrés Mehring with a precise shot, marking a vital moment in the match.
For his impressive performance, Fernando Mimbacas was named the man of the match, being the catalyst for Juventud’s win.
Juventud’s goalkeeper, Sebastián Sosa, also made noteworthy saves, ensuring the clean sheet at the Parque Artigas stadium.
Under the guidance of coach Sergio Blanco, Juventud employed a 4-3-3 formation with Sebastián Sosa in goal; Ángel Morosini, Patricio Pernicone, Emmanuel Mas, and Renzo Rabino in defense; Emanuel Cecchini, Leonel Roldán, and Ramiro Peralta controlling the midfield; while Gastón Pereiro, Fernando Mimbacas, and Alejo Cruz led the attack.
On the other side, Progreso, managed by Leonel Rocco, opted for a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Andrés Mehring as goalkeeper; Gianfranco Trasante, Hernán Carroso, Federico Andueza, and Facundo Kidd in defense; with Facundo de León, Santiago Viera, Agustín Pinheiro, and Nahuel López in midfield; while Matteo Copelotti and Jonathan Dos Santos formed the attacking duo.
Esteban Guerra officiated the match at Parque Artigas.
Looking ahead, Juventud will face Peñarol in their upcoming match, while Progreso is set to host Wanderers. With this result, both teams remain on 7 points, with Juventud in 15th place and Progreso in 16th in the tournament standings.
Substitutions for Juventud
59’ 2T – Gastón Pereiro out for Juan Martín Boselli
66’ 2T – Ramiro Peralta out for Facundo Pérez and Fernando Mimbacas out for Sebastián Guerrero
86’ 2T – Alejo Cruz out for Agustín Alaniz and Leonel Roldán out for Mateo Izaguirre
Yellow Cards for Juventud:
1’ 2T Gastón Pereiro (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 19’ 2T Renzo Rabino (Unsportsmanlike conduct), and 30’ 2T Patricio Pernicone (Unsportsmanlike conduct)
Substitutions for Progreso
46’ 1T – Federico Andueza out for Marcos Paolini
67’ 2T – Matteo Copelotti out for Agustín Paz, Santiago Viera out for Nicolás Fernández, and Facundo de León out for Agustín Codagnone
80’ 2T – Jonathan Dos Santos out for Diego Sánchez
Yellow Cards for Progreso:
49’ 1T Leonel Rocco, 28’ 2T Facundo Kidd (Unsportsmanlike conduct), and 47’ 2T Agustín Paz (Unsportsmanlike conduct)
Red Card for Progreso:
49’ 1T Leonel Rocco (Direct red)