Sanjustino delivered a dominant road performance on May 18, 2026, crushing Atletico Rafaela 81–61 in Argentina Liga B action. The visitors controlled the game from start to finish, leaving the home side with few answers at the Estadio Monumental de Rafaela.

Match Overview

Sanjustino entered the contest with clear intent, building a double-digit lead by halftime and never looking back. Atletico Rafaela struggled to find offensive rhythm against a disciplined Sanjustino defense, which forced multiple turnovers and limited second-chance opportunities. The final 20-point margin reflected a game that was far closer in spirit than the scoreboard suggested, but Sanjustino’s efficiency on both ends proved decisive.

Key Moments

• First Quarter Surge: Sanjustino opened with a 10-0 run, forcing Rafaela to play catch-up from the opening tip. The visitors shot 60% from the field in the first period, building a 24-14 lead.
• Second Quarter Lockdown: Atletico Rafaela trimmed the deficit to six points midway through the second quarter, but Sanjustino responded with a 12-2 spurt to restore control at 42-28 by intermission.
• Third Quarter Knockout: Any hopes of a Rafaela comeback were dashed when Sanjustino opened the third quarter with a 15-4 burst, stretching the lead to 57-32. From there, the home side never got closer than 16 points.

Standout Performers

Sanjustino’s balanced scoring attack featured five players in double figures. Guard Lautaro Correa led all scorers with 22 points on 8-of-12 shooting, adding 4 assists and 3 steals. Forward Federico González anchored the interior with a double-double of 14 points and 11 rebounds, while point guard Emiliano Vázquez orchestrated the offense with 9 assists and 8 points.

For Atletico Rafaela, captain Tomás Herrera fought hard for his 18 points and 7 rebounds, but lacked consistent support. The home team shot just 38% from the field and committed 17 turnovers, a statistic that proved impossible to overcome.

Season Impact

The victory improves Sanjustino’s record to 12-5, keeping them firmly in playoff contention in the Liga B mid-table. Atletico Rafaela, now 7-10, slides closer to the relegation zone and faces a critical stretch in the coming weeks. Both teams will look to regroup quickly as the league enters the decisive phase of the regular season.

Tip-off was scheduled for 8:00 AM local time at the Estadio Monumental de Rafaela, with a sparse but vocal home crowd hoping for a different result.