Gimnasia M.
Esteban Fernández’s injury-time strike salvaged a dramatic 2-2 draw for Gimnasia M. against Boca Juniors in a pulsating Liga Profesional Argentina Clausura match. The Estadio Juan Carmelo Zerillo erupted as Fernández broke Boca hearts with a 93rd-minute equaliser, capping a chaotic clash that saw Gimnasia dominate possession but Boca threaten with clinical counterattacks.
A Lightning Start for Boca Juniors
Boca Juniors stunned the home crowd after just 17 minutes when Alan Velasco latched onto Tomás Belmonte’s precise through ball and slotted past Carlos Rigamonti. But Gimnasia responded instantly, levelling two minutes later through I. Charparin’s composed finish after Fermin Antonini’s incisive pass sliced open the Boca defence.
Zenón Restores Boca’s Lead
Kevin Zenón, who had been cautioned earlier, put Boca back in front in the 38th minute with a clinical strike assisted by Dylan Gorosito. Gimnasia thought they had equalised again in the 71st minute through Charparin, only for VAR to cruelly rule out the goal.
Late Drama as Gimnasia Equalise
As the clock ticked into stoppage time, Fernández unleashed a thunderous strike to earn Gimnasia a deserved point, sparking wild celebrations among the home fans. Gimnasia dominated possession (59%) and outshot Boca (17 to 12) but needed Fernández’s late heroics to salvage a draw.
What This Result Means
This thrilling draw leaves both teams with mixed emotions. Gimnasia will feel they did enough to win, while Boca will rue letting victory slip from their grasp. The result keeps Gimnasia in midtable, while Boca remain in the hunt for the Clausura title as the tournament approaches its climax.
Key Moments
17′ ⚽ Boca Juniors — Alan Velasco (assist: Tomás Belmonte)
19′ ⚽ Gimnasia M. — I. Charparin (assist: Fermin Antonini)
38′ ⚽ Boca Juniors — Kevin Zenon (assist: Dylan Gorosito)
90+3′ ⚽ Gimnasia M. — Esteban Fernández
