Barracas Central
Platense snatched a dramatic 2-1 victory over Barracas Central with Leonardo Gimenez striking in the 90th minute to cap a thrilling Clausura – 6 encounter in Liga Profesional Argentina. The visitors showed resilience to overturn an early deficit and steal all three points deep into stoppage time.
Barracas Central Take Early Lead
The hosts seized control early when Iván Tapia coolly converted a 23rd-minute penalty to put Barracas 1-0 up. Platense’s Mateo Mendia had already earned the first booking of the match minutes earlier, and Barracas looked dangerous with six shots on target in the first half. Nicolás Briasco, Nicolás Demartini and Kevin Jappert all found their way into the referee’s notebook as the hosts fought to protect their slender advantage.
Platense Fight Back
Kevin Retamar hauled Platense level in the 59th minute, finishing off a neat move involving Franco Zapiola. The goal sparked the visitors into life, with Palermo’s side dominating possession (55%) and peppering the Barracas goal with seven shots on target. Both managers rotated their squads in the second half, with Platense introducing Gimenez in the 69th minute – a substitution that would prove decisive.
Gimenez Delivers Late Heartbreak
Just as the game seemed destined for a draw, Gimenez popped up in the dying seconds to seal a dramatic win for Platense. The substitute latched onto a pass from Braian Merlini to fire home the winner and spark wild celebrations among the traveling support. Barracas’ frustration was compounded by a flurry of late substitutions that failed to change the momentum.
What This Means
This result leaves Barracas Central ruing missed opportunities despite their early lead and threatening attacking statistics (11 total shots, 7 inside the box). Platense showed excellent character to battle back and now look to build momentum in the Clausura after this statement victory. Both teams will need to regroup quickly with crucial fixtures on the horizon in Argentina’s top flight.
Key Moments
23′ ⚽ Barracas Central — I. Tapia
59′ ⚽ Platense — K. Retamar (assist: F. Zapiola)
90′ ⚽ Platense — L. Gimenez (assist: B. Merlini)
