Match Summary
Central Cordoba de Santiago defeated Defensa Y Justicia 2:1. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2023. Goals were scored by L. Maciel 3′, N. Fernández 76′, M. Benítez 85′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Defensa Y Justicia had 74% possession while Central Cordoba de Santiago held 26%. Defensa Y Justicia had 18 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (7 on target) for Central Cordoba de Santiago. Defensa Y Justicia made 5 substitutions, Central Cordoba de Santiago made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Mauro Pittón 6′), Goal cancelled (Facundo Castelli 45′).
Match Events
Key match events between Defensa Y Justicia and Central Cordoba de Santiago — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Pittón
assist: D. Barbona
Match Statistics
Defensa Y Justicia had 74% possession against Central Cordoba de Santiago's 26%. Defensa Y Justicia registered 18 shots (4 on target) while Central Cordoba de Santiago managed 13 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 10–6. Fouls committed: 10–3.
Lineups
Defensa Y Justicia lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under J. Vaccari, while Central Cordoba de Santiago deployed a 4-1-3-2 under L. Madelón.
Defensive Solidity
Defensa Y Justicia deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Central Cordoba de Santiago's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Defensa Y Justicia field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Central Cordoba de Santiago's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Defensa Y Justicia start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Central Cordoba de Santiago averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Defensa Y Justicia's starting XI is 28.5 (youngest: T. Escalante (26), oldest: G. Alanís (31)), while Central Cordoba de Santiago average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Defensa Y Justicia have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Central Cordoba de Santiago show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Defensa Y Justicia and Central Cordoba de Santiago have met 2 times — Defensa Y Justicia won 1, Central Cordoba de Santiago won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (3 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026