Vélez Sarsfield continued their good form with a 2-1 home victory over Talleres de Córdoba in a top-half Argentine Division 1 clash on January 28, 2026. The match at the Estadio José Amalfitani was an entertaining contest, with Vélez showing their quality to secure three points against a strong opponent. Vélez took the lead in the first half with a brilliant individual effort, but Talleres equalized shortly after the break with a clinical finish. The game seemed to be heading for a draw until Vélez won a late penalty, which was converted coolly to snatch the victory. The win solidified Vélez's position in the upper echelons of the league table, keeping them in the hunt for a continental spot. For Talleres, it was a harsh defeat after a battling performance on the road. The Talleres coach expressed pride in his team's effort but disappointment at the manner of the late concession.