Match Centre

Estudiantes L.P.'s 3-0 victory over Gimnasia M. flattered the hosts on the balance of play, as Gimnasia stayed competitive until late collapse. Estudiantes edged possession (51% vs 49%) and created marginally more chances, attempting 17 shots (12 in the box) to Gimnasia's 10 (9 in the box). However, Gimnasia were arguably more clinical: Estudiantes managed just 5 shots on target (0.29 conversion ratio), while Gimnasia's 2 shots on target represented a slightly higher 0.20 conversion rate. Gimnasia also won more corners (5 vs 4), though Estudiantes were notably busier in attack offside calls (5 to 0).

The game's decisive moments came late. Estudiantes broke the deadlock with Edwuin Cetre's 83rd-minute penalty, before Fabricio Pérez's late brace (90', 90+4') inflated the scoreline. Gimnasia's discipline proved costly, receiving three yellow cards (vs Estudiantes' one), while Estudiantes' 14 fouls disrupted Gimnasia's rhythm effectively.

The killer stat: Gimnasia managed just one shot outside the box, showing their limited threat from distance as Estudiantes defended compactly and picked their moment to strike late.