Analysis The numbers behind the result
Belgrano assert minimal dominance despite flawed stat line
Belgrano deserved the victory over Independ. Rivadavia despite a statistical record that was riddled with flaws and unlikely patterns. Belgrano only put 2 shots on goal and 0 shots off goal yet, managed to score 2 goals from these attempts.
The opening goal came via an own goal from Independ. Rivadavia's defender Tomás Bottari in the 42nd minute, while Emiliano Rigoni added the second just after half-time in the 46th minute. Independ. Rivadavia's inability to capitalize on possession, and Belgrano's clinical finishing proved to be the difference.
The decisive stat explaining the outcome was the nature of the goals themselves — Belgrano maximized their minimal chances, while Independ. Rivadavia's 100% possession yielded nothing, highlighting a lack of cutting edge.