Everton La Plata 0–1 Belgrano Zárate
ARFC – Matchday action | July 6, 2026

Match Summary

A solitary first‑half goal was enough to give Belgrano Zárate a valuable away victory over Everton La Plata on Saturday night. The visitors defended resolutely after taking the lead, climbing into the top half of the ARFC table while Everton La Plata remain stuck in the relegation zone.

First‑Half – Early Blow for Everton

Belgrano Zárate wasted no time establishing control. In the 12th minute, a well‑worked move down the right flank ended with a low cross into the box that found Ignacio Páez, who swept the ball home from six yards out. The goal stunned the home supporters and forced Everton La Plata onto the front foot for the remainder of the half, but they lacked the final ball and registered only one shot on target before the interval.

Second‑Half – Everton Push, Belgrano Hold

The hosts improved after the restart, pressing higher and creating several half‑chances. Midfielder Nicolás Ayala had Everton’s best opportunity in the 63rd minute, firing a volley that was brilliantly tipped over the bar by Belgrano goalkeeper Matías Roldán. From that moment, the visitors sat deeper, absorbing pressure and countering when possible. Everton La Plata threw bodies forward in the final ten minutes but could not find the equaliser.

Key Moments

• 12′ – Goal: Ignacio Páez scores the decisive goal with a composed finish inside the box.
• 63′ – Save of the match: Matías Roldán’s fingertip stop keeps Belgrano’s lead intact.
• 78′ – Red card scare: Belgrano’s centre‑back Lucas Sosa avoided a second yellow after a late tackle; Everton fans howled for a dismissal.
• 90+4′ – Late corner: Everton’s last chance came from a corner, but the header sailed wide.

Standout Players

• Ignacio Páez (Belgrano Zárate): Scored the winner and worked tirelessly as a lone striker.
• Matías Roldán (Belgrano Zárate): Made three saves in the second half, the pick of them the one‑handed stop from Ayala.
• Nicolás Ayala (Everton La Plata): The most creative player for the home side; unlucky not to score.

Table & Season Impact

The win moves Belgrano Zárate to 15 points from 10 matches, solidifying their mid‑table position and keeping them five points off the promotion places. For Everton La Plata, it is a second consecutive defeat, leaving them in 17th place with only eight points – now three points from safety. The pressure continues to mount on manager Carlos Heredia as his side struggle to convert possession into goals.