The Estadio Jose Amalfitani witnessed a thrilling clash between Velez Sarsfield and River Plate, ending in a 1-2 victory for River.
River Plate dominated possession, holding 54% of the ball throughout the match. Velez, while not conceding the initiative completely, put up a strong fight, creating several chances but failing to convert them consistently. Velez had a slightly better shot count (11 to 8), but River's better shot conversion rate proved decisive.
The match was full of exciting moments. Velez struck first, scoring a goal in the 90th minute. However, this wasn't the end of the drama. Just a moment later, River leveled the score from a penalty before ultimately taking the lead with another goal in extra time, a devastating blow for Velez. The final stages saw a red card for Velez, which left them with one less player to contend with in the final moments, which impacted their chances.
River's approach seemed to be focused on controlling the midfield and utilizing quick transitions to exploit Velez's vulnerabilities. Velez, in contrast, looked to hit on the counter and take advantage of their home advantage, but struggled to consistently maintain that offensive pressure. A key factor seemed to be River's ability to utilize substitutions effectively to keep up momentum.
All in all, a game that will be remembered for its intensity, late goals and crucial moments. A hard-fought match that showcased the depth and quality of both teams.