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Hans India
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
Independiente, San Lorenzo reach last-four stage in Argentine title race
Buenos Aires: A second-half strike by Colombian defender Alvaro Angulo fired Independiente to a 1-0 away victory over Boca Juniors in the quarterfinals of Argentina's Primera Division Apertura tournament on Monday. Angulo broke the deadlock just after the hour at La Bombonera when he intercepted Carlos Palacios' clearance and darted into the box before thumping a left-footed drive into the far corner. Independiente controlled the match thereafter to set up a home semifinal clash against Huracán, reports Xinhua. "We knew that tonight we could make our fans immensely happy, and we gave our all to ensure that would happen," defender Kevin Lomonaco said after the match. "We have to enjoy this victory, and then we'll focus on trying to advance further." In Monday's other quarterfinal, Gaston Hernandez struck the decisive spot kick as San Lorenzo overcame hosts Argentinos Juniors 8-7 on penalties. Andres Vombergar had given the visitors a 69th-minute lead at Estadio Diego Armando Maradona, but Tomas Molina forced the match into a penalty shootout by heading home in the 95th minute. Both sides converted their first seven spot kicks before San Lorenzo goalkeeper Orlando Gill dived to his right to deny Maximiliano Romero with Argentinos Juniors' eighth attempt. Hernandez then sparked wild celebrations as he calmly slotted his shot into the top-right corner to set up a semifinal duel against the winner of Tuesday's clash between River Plate and Platense, which progressed to the last eight by overcoming Racing Club 1-0. River Plate advanced to the quarterfinals with a 3-0 home victory over Barracas Central. "To be one of four semifinalists in a competition like this is a significant achievement," San Lorenzo manager Miguel Russo said. "We are convinced that we can do it." The Apertura or "Opening" tournament of the Primera Division is half of Argentina's split-season format, which was reintroduced in 2025 after its last implementation in 2012. It runs from January to June and is followed by the Clausura or "Closing" tournament from July to December.
Hans India
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
River Plate routs Barracas to reach quarterfinals of Argentine league
Buenos Aires (Argentina): River Plate advanced to the quarterfinals of Argentina's Primera Division Apertura tournament with a 3-0 home victory over Barracas Central on Monday. Paulo Diaz opened the scoring when he pounced on a loose ball to fire home from six yards, and Ignacio Fernandez doubled the lead with a first-time strike into the far corner after Franco Mastantuono's cross. Argentina World Cup winner Marcos Acuna put the result beyond doubt by thumping a 25-yard drive that took a deflection before rebounding in off the right post, reports Xinhua. "We knew it was going to be tough, but our players showed that they were prepared for this match," River Plate manager Marcelo Gallardo told a post-match news conference. "Thankfully, we were able to score an early goal and then another one at the start of the second half. We managed to play our game despite the difficulty presented to us by our rival." River's next opponent will be Platense, which progressed to the last eight by overcoming Racing Club 1-0 on Saturday. Currently, River Plate are in second position in the points table in Apertura, Group B with 31 points from 16 matches. River Plate trail leaders Rosario Central by four points with Independiente in third position with 29 points in the 15-team Group B. Argentinos Juniors. lead Group A with 33 points, with Boca Juniors in second place on goal difference. Racing Club are third with 28 points in the 15-team group. The Apertura or "Opening" tournament of the Primera Division is half of Argentina's split-season format, which was reintroduced in 2025 after its last implementation in 2012. It runs from January to June and is followed by the Clausura or "Closing" tournament from July to December. Club Atlético River Plate, commonly known as River Plate, is considered one of the Big Five of Argentine football, along with Independiente, San Lorenzo, Boca Juniors, and Racing Club.
Free Malaysia Today
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Free Malaysia Today
River Plate secure second spot in Group B with 4-1 win over Velez
Sebastian Driussi opened the scoring for River Plate in the 14th minute. (AFP pic) BUENOS AIRES : River Plate completed the first phase of the Argentine Primera Division Apertura tournament as runners-up in Group B with a commanding 4-1 home win over Velez Sarsfield today, setting up a last 16 clash with Barracas Central. River's victory at the Mas Monumental stadium left them second in Group B on 31 points, four behind leaders Rosario Central. They advanced to the second phase and round of 16, where they will face Barracas, who finished seventh in Group A. Sebastian Driussi opened the scoring for the home side in the 14th minute, capitalising on a save that fell into his path after Franco Mastantuono's shot was blocked. Facundo Colidio doubled the lead in the 28th minute with a dazzling run beating the Velez defence before finishing with aplomb. The third came five minutes later when goalkeeper Randall Rodriguez failed to hold Mastantuono's shot and the youngster managed to recover the ball to set up Ignacio Fernandez for a fine finish. Velez threatened briefly before halftime when Maher Carrizo reduced the deficit with a clinical finish after latching onto Agustin Bouzat's incisive through ball on the counter-attack. In the second half, a heavy downpour did nothing to dampen the spirits of the thousands of home fans who sang their hearts out. River coach Marcelo Gallardo said he was pleased with the match and the result. 'I really liked the first half, but then I think we didn't settle into the game in the second,' Gallardo said after the game. 'Velez pressed us more and, with some mistakes, we put ourselves under more pressure. Then with the rain, the match played out in a way where we didn't suffer too much but didn't create much either. What we did in the first half justified today's win.' The visitors defended well, with goalkeeper Rodriguez making amends by denying Fabrizio Bustos and Mastantuono, and they even went close to adding a second through Elias Gomez and Thiago Silvero. Gallardo's men maintained their intensity and sealed victory late on when Miguel Borja converted from the spot after Manuel Lanzini was fouled by Valentin Gomez, who was shown a red card. Velez finished 13th with no chance of qualifying for the second phase.
Straits Times
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Straits Times
River Plate secure second spot in Group B with 4-1 win over Velez
River Plate secure second spot in Group B with 4-1 win over Velez BUENOS AIRES - River Plate completed the first phase of the Argentine Primera Division Apertura tournament as runners-up in Group B with a commanding 4-1 home win over Velez Sarsfield on Sunday, setting up a last-16 clash with Barracas Central. River's victory at the Mas Monumental stadium left them second in Group B on 31 points, four behind leaders Rosario Central. They advanced to the second phase and round of 16, where they will face Barracas, who finished seventh in Group A. Sebastian Driussi opened the scoring for the home side in the 14th minute, capitalising on a save that fell into his path after Franco Mastantuono's shot was blocked. Facundo Colidio doubled the lead in the 28th minute with a dazzling run beating the Velez defence before finishing with aplomb. The third came five minutes later when goalkeeper Randall Rodriguez failed to hold Mastantuono's shot and the youngster managed to recover the ball to set up Ignacio Fernandez for a fine finish. Velez threatened briefly before half-time when Maher Carrizo reduced the deficit with a clinical finish after latching onto Agustin Bouzat's incisive through ball on the counter-attack. Despite the lead, Boca piled on the pressure in the second half after a heavy downpour, which did nothing to dampen the spirits of the thousands of home fans who sang their hearts out. But the visitors defended well, with goalkeeper Rodriguez making amends by denying Fabrizio Bustos and Mastantuono, and they even went close to adding a second through Elias Gomez and Thiago Silvero. Marcelo Gallardo's men maintained their intensity and sealed victory late on when Miguel Borja converted from the spot after Manuel Lanzini was fouled by Valentin Gomez, who was shown a red card. Velez finished 13th with no chance of qualifying for the second phase. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Reuters
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
River Plate secures second in Group B with 4-1 win over Velez
BUENOS AIRES, May 4 (Reuters) - River Plate completed the first phase of the Argentine Primera Division Apertura tournament as runners-up in Group B with a commanding 4-1 home win over Velez Sarsfield at the Mas Monumental stadium on Sunday. Sebastian Driussi opened the scoring for the home side in the 14th minute, capitalising on a save that fell into his path after Franco Mastantuono's shot was blocked. Facundo Colidio doubled the lead in the 28th minute with a dazzling run to finish with aplomb. The third came five minutes later when goalkeeper Randall Rodriguez failed to hold Mastantuono's shot and the youngster managed to recover the ball to set up Ignacio Fernandez for a fine finish. Velez threatened briefly before half-time when Maher Carrizo reduced the deficit with a clinical finish after latching onto Agustin Bouzat's incisive through ball on the counter-attack. Marcelo Gallardo's men maintained their intensity after the break and sealed victory late on when Miguel Borja converted from the spot after Manuel Lanzini was fouled by Valentin Gomez, who was shown a red card. River's victory left them second in Group B on 31 points, four behind leaders Rosario Central. Velez finished 13th with no chance of qualifying for the second phase.
