Match Summary
Instituto Cordoba defeated Union Santa Fe 2:0. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2023. Goals were scored by A. Martínez 42′, G. Graciani 45′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Union Santa Fe had 59% possession while Instituto Cordoba held 41%. Union Santa Fe had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for Instituto Cordoba. Union Santa Fe made 5 substitutions, Instituto Cordoba made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Union Santa Fe and Instituto Cordoba — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: G. Graciani
assist: S. Corda
Match Statistics
Union Santa Fe had 59% possession against Instituto Cordoba's 41%. Union Santa Fe registered 11 shots (3 on target) while Instituto Cordoba managed 10 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 5–0. Fouls committed: 9–15.
Lineups
Union Santa Fe lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under G. Munúa, while Instituto Cordoba deployed a 4-4-2 under L. Bovaglio.
Defensive Solidity
Union Santa Fe deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Instituto Cordoba'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
Union Santa Fe field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Instituto Cordoba'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
Union Santa Fe start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Instituto Cordoba 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 Union Santa Fe's starting XI is 26.0 (youngest: E. Roldán (25), oldest: J. Marabel (27)), while Instituto Cordoba average 32.5 (youngest: G. Cerato (27), oldest: R. Bochi (38)). 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Union Santa Fe have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Instituto Cordoba show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Union Santa Fe and Instituto Cordoba have met 2 times — Union Santa Fe won 1, Instituto Cordoba won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Union Santa Fe leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (4 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–4 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Instituto Cordoba
Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026