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Hard-Fought Draw in Mendoza: Gimnasia M. and Independiente Split Points in Heated Match
Mendoza witnessed a vibrant and emotionally charged match between Gimnasia M. and Independiente, culminating in a one-all draw. The match, corresponding to the seventh round of the Liga Profesional Argentina, was played at the Víctor Legrotaglie stadium under the watchful eye of referee Sebastián Zunino.
Gimnasia M. took an early lead in the 6th minute with a goal from S. Rodriguez, assisted by F. Antonini. The home side seemed to be in control, although Independiente responded with sporadic attacks. The first half was characterized by intensity and midfield battles, reflected in the yellow cards shown to S. Valdez and S. Arias for Independiente, and to F. Antonini for Gimnasia M.
Independiente managed to level the score in the 42nd minute with a goal from I. Malcorra, taking the game to halftime tied.
The second half was equally contested, with both teams seeking the winning goal. F. Zabala and Rodrigo Fernández received yellow cards for Independiente, while Gimnasia M. sought to create danger with their ball possession. The tension increased in the final minutes, culminating in the sending off of S. Valdez for a second yellow card in the 90th minute. Despite the numerical disadvantage, Independiente managed to hold on for the draw until the final whistle.
Regarding statistics, Independiente had a slight advantage in ball possession (53% compared to Gimnasia M.’s 47%) and shot more times (9 shots compared to 6), although Gimnasia M. was more accurate in front of goal with 4 shots on target compared to their opponent’s 3. The match was also characterized by a high number of fouls (12 by Gimnasia M. and 11 by Independiente) and cards (1 yellow for Gimnasia M. and 5 yellows and 1 red for Independiente).
Substitutions independiente: at minute 46 L. Millan came in and Rodrigo Fernandez went out., at minute 81 I. Pussetto came in and M. Gutierrez went out., at minute 87 F. Zabala came in and M. Valenzuela went out., at minute 87 G. Avalos came in and W. Mazzantti went out., at minute 90 M. Abaldo came in and K. Lomonaco went out.
Substitutions gimnasia m.: at minute 46 U. Sanchez came in and L. Cingolani went out., at minute 56 V. Simoni came in and B. Ferreyra went out., at minute 72 F. Saavedra came in and M. Recalde went out., at minute 72 F. Antonini came in and T. Ortiz went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Gimnasia M.
Titulares:
Independiente
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