Defensa y Justicia and Belgrano fought to a 1-1 draw in a tightly contested Liga Profesional match on February 21, 2026. This was the second consecutive draw for Defensa y Justicia, highlighting their solidity but also a struggle to turn performances into wins. Belgrano took a surprise lead early in the second half with a swift counter-attack, finished neatly by their striker. Defensa y Justicia responded with increased pressure and found their equalizer through a deflected shot from outside the box that wrong-footed the goalkeeper. Both sides had half-chances to snatch a winner in a frantic finale, but neither could find the decisive touch. The point was a useful one for Belgrano on the road, while Defensa y Justicia will view it as another opportunity missed to climb the table.