Sequeira’s Last-Gasp Penalty Earns Central Cordoba 2-2 Draw

Central Cordoba de Santiago snatched a dramatic 2-2 draw against Defensa Y Justicia with a 96th-minute Lucas Sequeira penalty in a rollercoaster Liga Profesional Argentina Clausura Round 10 clash.

Defensa Y Justicia Strike First

The visitors took control early, with Jeremias Lucco breaking the deadlock in the 36th minute, slotting home after David Barbona’s incisive pass. Defensa looked comfortable, dominating possession and creating chances, while Central Cordoba struggled to find their rhythm.

Central Cordoba Fight Back

The hosts came out stronger after halftime substitutions, but Leandro Fernandez silenced the crowd in the 53rd minute, firing past Alan Aguerre from Cesar Perez’s assist. At 2-0 down, Central Cordoba looked beaten, but Marco Iacobellis sparked hope in the 71st minute, finishing Sequeira’s delivery to halve the deficit.

Late Drama at Estadio Alfredo Terrera

As the clock ticked into stoppage time, Central Cordoba poured forward. Their persistence paid off when they were awarded a penalty deep into the 96th minute. Sequeira stepped up and coolly converted, sending the home fans into raptures and rescuing a vital point.

The result leaves Defensa Y Justicia frustrated after dominating large periods of the game, while Central Cordoba showed immense resilience to fight back twice. Both sides will look to build on this performance as the Clausura season enters its crucial phase.

Key Moments

36′ ⚽ Defensa Y Justicia — J. Lucco (assist: D. Barbona)

53′ ⚽ Defensa Y Justicia — L. Fernandez (assist: C. Perez)

71′ ⚽ Central Cordoba de Santiago — M. Iacobellis (assist: L. Sequeira)

90+6′ ⚽ Central Cordoba de Santiago — L. Sequeira