Match report
Independ. Rivadavia Defeats Independiente 3-2 in Liga Profesional Argentina
Independ. Rivadavia
3–2
FT
Independiente
Feb 21, 2026
Independ. Rivadavia stunned Independiente with a hard-fought 3-2 victory in a memorable Liga Profesional Argentina match. Goals from A. Osella, F. Sartori (2), and key assists from S. Villa and R. Atencio were pivotal in securing the win for Independ. Rivadavia. Despite Independiente's strong comeback with goals from G. Avalos and M. Abaldo, Independ. Rivadavia maintained their composure to clinch the victory.
Key Facts
- • A. Osella opened the scoring for Independ. Rivadavia in the 17th minute, assisted by S. Villa
- • G. Avalos equalized for Independiente in the 48th minute, assisted by S. Arias
- • M. Abaldo put Independiente ahead in the 52nd minute, assisted by Facundo Zabala
- • F. Sartori scored two crucial goals for Independ. Rivadavia in the 74th and 85th minutes, both assisted by R. Atencio
- • Independ. Rivadavia and Independiente both made several substitutions to adjust their game plan
Lineups
Independ. Rivadavia
Formation: 3-1-4-2
Starting XI
- 30 N. Bolcato (G)
- 2 L. Costa (D)
- 42 S. Studer (D)
- 40 I. Villalba (D)
- 25 J. I. Florentin Bobadilla (M)
- 13 A. Osella (M)
- 11 G. Rios (M)
- 10 M. Fernandez (M)
- 3 J. M. Elordi (M)
- 43 F. Sartori (F)
- 22 S. Villa (F)
Substitutes
- 21 E. F. Gomez Riga
- 15 N. Arena
- 14 L. Gomez
- 36 E. Bonifacio
- 5 T. Bottari
- 32 K. A. Vazquez
- 34 S. Moreyra
- 8 L. Bucca
- 19 R. Atencio
- 27 D. Crego
- 17 B. Dadin
- 7 V. Ramis
Independiente
Formation: 4-1-4-1
Starting XI
- 33 R. Rey (G)
- 29 L. Godoy (D)
- 26 K. Lomonaco (D)
- 36 S. Valdez (D)
- 22 F. Zabala (D)
- 23 I. Marcone (M)
- 25 I. Pussetto (M)
- 8 L. Millan (M)
- 40 I. Malcorra (M)
- 19 M. Abaldo (M)
- 9 G. Avalos (F)
Substitutes
- 1 J. Blazquez
- 3 M. Valenzuela
- 4 S. Arias
- 6 N. Freire
- 13 J. Fedorco
- 5 Rodrigo Fernandez
- 11 F. Mancuello
- 16 M. Perez Curci
- 30 T. Parmo
- 17 W. Mazzantti
- 24 J. Palais
- 41 M. De Las Carreras
Timeline
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17' Independ. Rivadavia Goal · Normal GoalA. Osella · Assist: S. Villa
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46' Independiente subst · Substitution 1Off: L. Godoy · On: S. Arias
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46' Independiente subst · Substitution 2Off: I. Pussetto · On: Walter Mazzantti
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48' Independ. Rivadavia Card · Yellow CardJ. Florentín
Foul
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48' Independiente Goal · Normal GoalG. Avalos · Assist: S. Arias
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52' Independiente Goal · Normal GoalM. Abaldo · Assist: Facundo Zabala
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58' Independ. Rivadavia subst · Substitution 1Off: L. Costa · On: R. Atencio
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71' Independ. Rivadavia subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Osella · On: E. Bonifacio
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71' Independ. Rivadavia subst · Substitution 3Off: G. Ríos · On: D. Crego
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74' Independ. Rivadavia Goal · Normal GoalF. Sartori · Assist: R. Atencio
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80' Independ. Rivadavia Card · Yellow CardM. Fernandez
Foul
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84' Independiente subst · Substitution 3Off: I. Malcorra · On: F. Mancuello
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84' Independiente subst · Substitution 4Off: L. Millán · On: M. Perez
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85' Independ. Rivadavia subst · Substitution 4Off: M. Fernandez · On: V. Ramis
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85' Independ. Rivadavia Goal · Normal GoalF. Sartori · Assist: R. Atencio
Match Stats
| Stat | Independ. Rivadavia | Independiente |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 11 | 6 |
| Pass Accuracy | 67% | 79% |
| Offsides | 3 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 18 | 17 |
| Corners | 3 | 9 |
| Total Passes | 228 | 382 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 0 |
| Blocked Shots | 5 | 2 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 5 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 8 | 10 |
| Possession | 38% | 62% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 153 | 301 |
| Shots Inside Box | 13 | 11 |
| Saves | 3 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 6 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ A. Osella's early goal in the 17th minute set the tone for Independ. Rivadavia and provided a strong start
- ▸ F. Sartori's brace in the 74th and 85th minutes shifted the momentum decisively in favor of Independ. Rivadavia, overcoming Independiente's temporary lead