The Argentina Liga B served up a tightly contested battle as Banda Norte edged out Teniente Benjamin Matienzo 79–74 on June 11, 2026. The visitors overcame a spirited home side to snatch a crucial victory, tightening their grip on a playoff spot in the second‑tier domestic league.

Match Overview

Played at a lively home venue, Teniente Benjamin Matienzo began with high energy, leaning on their frontcourt to build an early lead. However, Banda Norte’s disciplined defensive rotations and timely three‑point shooting kept them in touching distance. The game swung decisively in the fourth quarter when the visitors’ bench provided a scoring spark, outscoring the hosts 24–17 in the final period.

Key Moments

• First quarter: Home guard Lucas Fernandez knocked down two early triples to give Matienzo a 22‑18 lead after ten minutes.
• Second quarter: Banda Norte center Mateo Silva took over inside, scoring eight points and pulling down five rebounds to tie the game 38–38 at halftime.
• Third quarter: A 9‑0 run by the visitors, capped by a steal‑and‑layup from Ignacio Diaz, gave Banda Norte its first double‑digit lead (60‑50).
• Fourth quarter: Matienzo cut the deficit to two points (72‑70) with three minutes left, but Silva answered with a crucial three‑point play and a blocked shot to seal the result.

Tactical Story

Teniente Benjamin Matienzo tried to dictate tempo through their fast‑break offense, but Banda Norte’s half‑court discipline neutralized the home team’s transition chances. The visitors switched effectively on screens, forcing Matienzo into contested mid‑range jumpers. Offensively, Banda Norte exploited mismatches in the paint, with Silva and forward Juan Pablo Quiroga combining for 37 points on 15‑of‑23 shooting.

Standout Players

• Mateo Silva (Banda Norte): 21 points, 14 rebounds, 3 blocks – a dominant double‑double that controlled the glass.
• Ignacio Diaz (Banda Norte): 16 points, 6 assists, 4 steals – his energy on defense sparked the critical third‑quarter run.
• Lucas Fernandez (Teniente Benjamin Matienzo): 19 points, 5 assists – kept his team in the game with clutch perimeter shooting.

Season Impact

With the win, Banda Norte improves to 12‑7 and remains in the top four of the Liga B standings, strengthening their case for a direct playoff berth. For Teniente Benjamin Matienzo (9‑10), the loss drops them to ninth place, now two games out of the playoff zone. The result also marks Banda Norte’s fourth victory in their last five road games, highlighting their growing consistency away from home.