Match Summary
Godoy Cruz defeated Deportivo Riestra 4:1. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2024. Goals were scored by S. Rodríguez 8′, D. Barrea 10′, D. Barrea 45′, F. Altamira 66′, B. Sánchez 84′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Godoy Cruz had 58% possession while Deportivo Riestra held 42%. Godoy Cruz had 10 shots (6 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Deportivo Riestra. Expected goals: Godoy Cruz 1.62 — Deportivo Riestra 1.19. Godoy Cruz made 5 substitutions, Deportivo Riestra made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Elías Pereyra 79′), Card upgrade (Pier Barrios 86′).
Match Events
Key match events between Godoy Cruz and Deportivo Riestra — 5 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: F. Altamira
assist: S. Rodríguez
assist: V. Poggi
assist: N. Fernández
Match Statistics
Godoy Cruz had 58% possession against Deportivo Riestra's 42%. Godoy Cruz registered 10 shots (6 on target) while Deportivo Riestra managed 10 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–3. Fouls committed: 8–14.
Lineups
Godoy Cruz lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under D. Oldrá, while Deportivo Riestra deployed a 5-3-2 under C. Fabbiani.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Godoy Cruz is 6.79, compared to 6.79 for Deportivo Riestra. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Godoy Cruz's highest-rated starter is B. Leyes (6.79), while Deportivo Riestra's best-rated player is P. Ramírez (6.79).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Godoy Cruz have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Deportivo Riestra's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by P. Ramírez (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Godoy Cruz deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Deportivo Riestra's 5-man backline averaging 6.79. 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
Godoy Cruz field 5 midfielders averaging 6.79, versus Deportivo Riestra's 3 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
Godoy Cruz start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Deportivo Riestra 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.
Discipline
Godoy Cruz's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Deportivo Riestra. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Godoy Cruz's starting XI is 27.5 (youngest: B. Leyes (24), oldest: P. Barrios (35)), while Deportivo Riestra average 26.5 (youngest: P. Ramírez (25), oldest: A. Barrionuevo (28)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Godoy Cruz's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 28 for Deportivo Riestra. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Godoy Cruz have recorded 0 wins, 4 draws and 2 defeats. Deportivo Riestra show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Godoy Cruz and Deportivo Riestra have met 2 times — Godoy Cruz won 0, Deportivo Riestra won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Deportivo Riestra leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (1 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–0 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026