Almagro 2–0 Club Atlético Güemes
Primera Nacional – 1 June 2026

Almagro secured a commanding 2–0 home victory over Club Atlético Güemes at the Estadio Almagro, climbing the Primera Nacional standings with a disciplined all-round performance. The win extended the home side’s unbeaten run and underlined their promotion ambitions midway through the season.

Match Overview

From the first whistle, Almagro imposed themselves on the contest. They controlled possession in midfield and created several early chances before finally breaking the deadlock just before the half-hour mark. The defensive unit, marshalled by captain Luciano Vella, remained compact throughout, limiting Güemes to only a handful of long-range efforts.

Key Moments

• 27th minute – Almagro opened the scoring when Matías Sosa latched onto a through ball from the left flank and slotted calmly past the visiting goalkeeper.
• 64th minute – The hosts doubled their lead. A corner kick was headed onto the crossbar, but the rebound fell to Federico López, who volleyed home from close range.
• 78th minute – Güemes had their best chance, a powerful free kick that forced a sharp save from Almagro’s goalkeeper Ignacio Arce.

Tactical Story

Almagro’s 4‑2‑3‑1 setup gave them numerical advantages in central areas. The double pivot of Juan Manuel García and Nicolás Castro broke up play effectively and launched swift transitions. Güemes, playing a reactive 4‑4‑2, struggled to press high and were often caught between defensive lines. The visitors’ lack of width on the counterattack left their forwards isolated.

Standout Players

• Matías Sosa (Almagro) – A constant threat with his dribbling and vision; his goal set the tone.
• Ignacio Arce (Almagro) – Made three crucial saves to preserve the clean sheet, including a brilliant stop from a set piece.
• Luciano Vella (Almagro) – Rock at the back, winning every aerial duel and organising the defensive line.

Season Impact

The victory moves Almagro into the top four of the Primera Nacional table, just three points behind the leaders. For Güemes, the defeat leaves them in mid‑table, still within striking distance of the promotion playoff spots but now needing to improve their away form. Almagro host struggling Atlanta next weekend, while Güemes face a tough trip to San Martín de Tucumán.