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Gimnasia L.P. Outlast Aldosivi in Clausura Thriller
Gimnasia L.P. emerged 2-1 victors over Aldosivi in a pulsating Clausura third round encounter at Estadio José María Minella, where Agustín Auzmendi’s first-half strike and Alan Colazo’s second-half clincher held off a late Nicolas Gaitan rally.
Aldosivi’s Disciplined Struggle
The hosts’ frustration manifested early when Alan Sosa saw yellow after just nine minutes. Aldosivi’s backline creaked under pressure as Gimnasia L.P. probed, with Auzmendi finally breaking through in the 40th minute, slotting home Pedro Silva Torrejon’s incisive pass. Matias Godoy’s late first-half booking summed up a disjointed opening period for Israel Damonte’s men.
Second Half Substitutions and Gimnasia’s Killer Blow
Damonte threw the dice at halftime, introducing Nicolas Gaitan and Tomas Fernandez. But just as Aldosivi sought rhythm, Colazo doubled Gimnasia’s advantage in the 66th minute, converting Alexis Steimbach’s delivery. The visitors’ game management turned ragged when Silva Torrejon and Mateo Seoane collected needless cautions, the cracks beginning to show.
Gaitan’s Consolation Sparks Late Drama
When Gaitan ghosted through to score a sublime solo effort in the 78th minute, Mar del Plata shook. Aldosivi launched 18 total shots but found Nelson Insfrán in inspired form with three crucial saves. The hosts’ 70% passing accuracy betrayed their desperation, while Gimnasia’s 76% completion rate proved decisive in weathering the storm.
What This Means for Both Sides
For Gimnasia L.P., this smash-and-grab victory marks their first away win of the Clausura campaign, built on clinical finishing despite being outshot 18-11. Aldosivi’s third consecutive winless start leaves Damonte under mounting pressure, despite Gaitan’s late magic offering glimmers of hope. Both sides face crucial matchups next week as the Argentinian top flight continues its relentless march.
Key Moments
40′ ⚽ Gimnasia L.P. — A. Auzmendi (assist: P. Silva Torrejon)
66′ ⚽ Gimnasia L.P. — A. Colazo (assist: A. Steimbach)
78′ ⚽ Aldosivi — N. Gaitan🔮 Before kick-off: our match preview & prediction.
