In the 14th round of the Apertura, Talleres triumphed over Defensa y Justicia with a final score of 2-1, showcasing the impressive performance of defender Alexandro Maidana at Estadio Tito Tomaghello. The Matador took a commanding lead with Maidana netting both goals, first in the 14th minute and then again in the 60th minute of the second half.
Defensa y Justicia managed to close the gap with a goal from Ayrton Portillo in the 78th minute, but despite their efforts, they could not find an equalizer. The Halcón had more attempts on goal, totaling 19 shots, out of which 7 were on target and 11 missed the mark.
Alexandro Maidana emerged as the standout player of the match, not only scoring twice but also making crucial defensive plays by clearing two balls from the danger area. His teammate, goalkeeper Guido Herrera, was also pivotal, making 6 key saves throughout the game.
Defensa y Justicia, managed by Mariano Soso, utilized a 3-4-3 formation with Cristopher Fiermarín in goal, supported by Damián Fernández, Emiliano Amor, and David Martínez at the back. The midfield featured Ayrton Portillo, Santiago Sosa Yung, Aarón Molinas, and Darío Cáceres, while the attack consisted of David Barbona, Juan Manuel Gutiérrez, and Agustín Hausch.
Conversely, the strategy employed by Talleres, under Carlos Tévez, was a 4-5-1 setup, with Guido Herrera guarding the net. The defense was formed by Augusto Schott, Matías Catalán, Santiago Fernández, and Alexandro Maidana. The midfield included Mateo Cáceres, Matías Galarza, Diego Valoyes, Franco Cristaldo, and Rick Lima Morais, with Ronaldo Martínez leading the front line.
Referee Luis Lobo Medina officiated the match successfully.
Looking ahead, Defensa y Justicia will face Independiente in their next fixture, while Talleres is set to play at home against Dep. Riestra.
Defensa y Justicia Substitutions
56’ 2T – Dario Cáceres out for Elías Pereyra
63’ 2T – Emiliano Amor out for Ever Banega and Agustín Hausch out for César Pérez
78’ 2T – David Martínez out for Mateo Aguiar and David Barbona out for Alan Coria
Talleres Substitutions
67’ 2T – Mateo Cáceres out for Juan Sforza and Rick Lima Morais out for Valentín Depietri
75’ 2T – Ronaldo Martínez out for Valentín Dávila and Diego Valoyes out for Ulises Ortegoza
87’ 2T – Franco Cristaldo out for Alex Vigo
Yellow Cards for Talleres:
42’ 1T Matías Catalán (Insulting or disapproving of the referee) and 42’ 2T Ulises Ortegoza (Unsportsmanlike conduct)