Match Summary
Racing Club defeated Sarmiento Junin 1:0. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2023. Goals were scored by M. Rojas 45′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Racing Club had 70% possession while Sarmiento Junin held 30%. Racing Club had 15 shots (3 on target) compared to 8 (1 on target) for Sarmiento Junin. Racing Club made 5 substitutions, Sarmiento Junin made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Racing Club and Sarmiento Junin — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: J. Galván
Match Statistics
Racing Club had 70% possession against Sarmiento Junin's 30%. Racing Club registered 15 shots (3 on target) while Sarmiento Junin managed 8 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 11–1. Fouls committed: 12–14.
Lineups
Racing Club lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under F. Gago, while Sarmiento Junin deployed a 5-4-1 under I. Damonte.
Defensive Solidity
Racing Club deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Sarmiento Junin's 5-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
Racing Club field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Sarmiento Junin'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
Racing Club start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Sarmiento Junin 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 Racing Club's starting XI is 26.0 (youngest: J. Carbonero (26), oldest: J. Carbonero (26)), while Sarmiento Junin average 42.0 (youngest: L. López (42), oldest: L. López (42)). 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, Racing Club have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats. Sarmiento Junin show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026