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Newells Old Boys edges out Tigre in a tight match
Rosario, Argentina – Newells Old Boys defeated Tigre 1-0 in a thrilling match played at the Estadio Marcelo Alberto Bielsa.
The encounter was marked by the intensity and struggle of both teams, who fought for possession throughout the game. Tigre dominated possession with 67% compared to Newells’ 33%, but the local side’s effectiveness in attack made the difference.
In the 71st minute, Santiago Salcedo scored the only goal of the match after an assist from Emanuel Banega, securing victory for Newells.
The match was marked by tension, with a total of 27 fouls and four yellow cards, two for Tigre and two for Newells.
Tigre had some clear scoring opportunities, but couldn’t get past the Newells defense. Newells, on the other hand, made the most of their chances and secured the win.
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Substitutions tigre: at minute 7 M. Garay came in and T. Cavanagh went out., at minute 14 S. Medina came in and M. Ortega went out.
Substitutions newells old boys: at minute 58 T. Perez came in and V. Acuna went out., at minute 71 L. Besozzi came in and J. Garcia went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Newells Old Boys
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Tigre
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