Match report
Defensa Y Justicia Defeats Union Santa Fe 2-0 in Liga Profesional Argentina
Defensa Y Justicia
2–0
FT
Union Santa Fe
Mar 21, 2026
Defensa Y Justicia outplayed Union Santa Fe in a crucial match of the Liga Profesional Argentina, securing a 2-0 victory. The game's momentum shifted dramatically after Defensa Y Justicia's R. Botta was sent off in the 35th minute, but they managed to hold their ground and capitalize on their opportunities, with Lucas Souto and J. Gutierrez scoring the goals.
Key Facts
- • Final score: Defensa Y Justicia 2-0 Union Santa Fe
- • R. Botta of Defensa Y Justicia was red-carded at 35 minutes
- • Lucas Souto scored the first goal for Defensa Y Justicia at 70 minutes
- • J. Gutierrez sealed the victory for Defensa Y Justicia with a second goal at 79 minutes
- • Defensa Y Justicia and Union Santa Fe both saw yellow cards: B. Cuello and Damián Fernández
Lineups
Defensa Y Justicia
Formation: 3-4-3
Starting XI
- 22 C. Fiermarin (G)
- 29 D. Fernandez (D)
- 6 E. Amor (D)
- 21 D. Martinez (D)
- 33 L. Souto (M)
- 15 S. Sosa (M)
- 10 A. Molinas (M)
- 27 E. Pereyra (M)
- 24 J. Gutierrez (F)
- 20 R. Botta (F)
- 17 A. Hausch (F)
Substitutes
- 36 L. Amade
- 11 E. Banega
- 55 J. Lopez
- 25 F. Altamira
- 18 S. Toloza
- 9 L. Gonzalez
- 32 N. Roselli
- 19 D. Barbona
- 26 D. Caceres
- 2 S. Lucero
- 30 D. Fernandez
- 31 A. Coria
Union Santa Fe
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 21 M. Mansilla (G)
- 35 L. Vargas (D)
- 2 M. Rodriguez (D)
- 26 J. Luduena (D)
- 11 M. Del Blanco (D)
- 23 A. Solari (M)
- 30 M. Pitton (M)
- 24 R. Profini (M)
- 22 B. Cuello (M)
- 25 C. Tarragona (F)
- 19 M. Estigarribia (F)
Substitutes
- 40 L. Meuli
- 4 E. Alvarez
- 43 E. Giaccone
- 46 S. Grella
- 7 F. Fragapane
- 5 L. Menossi
- 12 B. Pitton
- 9 A. Colazo
- 8 N. Palavecino
- 13 V. Fascendini
- 29 D. Diaz
- 31 M. Aguirre
Timeline
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25' Union Santa Fe Card · Yellow CardB. Cuello
Foul
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32' Defensa Y Justicia Card · Yellow CardDamián Fernández
Foul
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35' Defensa Y Justicia Card · Red CardR. Botta
Violent conduct
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36' Union Santa Fe Card · Yellow CardMatías Mansilla
Argument
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46' Defensa Y Justicia subst · Substitution 1Off: Damián Fernández · On: J. López
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56' Defensa Y Justicia subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Hausch · On: L. Gonzalez
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65' Defensa Y Justicia subst · Substitution 3Off: Elías Pereyra · On: Darío Cáceres
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69' Union Santa Fe subst · Substitution 1Off: A. Solari · On: S. Grella
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69' Union Santa Fe subst · Substitution 2Off: B. Cuello · On: M. Aguirre
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70' Defensa Y Justicia Goal · Normal GoalLucas Souto · Assist: A. Molinas
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74' Union Santa Fe subst · Substitution 3Off: L. Vargas · On: E. Alvarez
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74' Union Santa Fe subst · Substitution 4Off: M. Pittón · On: Nicolas Palavecino
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79' Defensa Y Justicia Goal · Normal GoalJ. Gutierrez
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90' Defensa Y Justicia subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Gutierrez · On: S. Lucero
Match Stats
| Stat | Defensa Y Justicia | Union Santa Fe |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 9 | 12 |
| Pass Accuracy | 79% | 86% |
| Offsides | 2 | 1 |
| Red Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 11 | 19 |
| Corners | 5 | 6 |
| Total Passes | 288 | 489 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 5 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 4 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 2 | 10 |
| Possession | 36% | 64% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 227 | 419 |
| Shots Inside Box | 8 | 7 |
| Saves | 4 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 12 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Defensa Y Justicia's R. Botta was red-carded in the 35th minute, leaving the team to play with 10 men for the rest of the game
- ▸ Lucas Souto's goal in the 70th minute broke the deadlock, providing a crucial lead for Defensa Y Justicia
- ▸ J. Gutierrez's second goal in the 79th minute sealed the victory for Defensa Y Justicia, effectively ending Union Santa Fe's hopes of a comeback