Match Summary
Independiente defeated Deportivo Riestra 3:1. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2024. Goals were scored by S. Montiel 18′, G. Pereira 24′, S. Montiel 27′, G. Ávalos 62′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Independiente had 61% possession while Deportivo Riestra held 39%. Independiente had 12 shots (7 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for Deportivo Riestra. Expected goals: Independiente 1.45 — Deportivo Riestra 0.39. Independiente made 5 substitutions, Deportivo Riestra made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Alan Barrionuevo 71′).
Match Events
Key match events between Independiente and Deportivo Riestra — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: F. Loyola
assist: S. Montiel
Match Statistics
Independiente had 61% possession against Deportivo Riestra's 39%. Independiente registered 12 shots (7 on target) while Deportivo Riestra managed 6 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 1–3. Fouls committed: 14–15.
Lineups
Independiente lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under J. Vaccari, while Deportivo Riestra deployed a 4-4-2 under C. Fabbiani.
Defensive Solidity
Independiente deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Deportivo Riestra'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
Independiente field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Deportivo Riestra'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
Independiente start 3 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Independiente's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: M. Pellegrino (23), oldest: D. Pérez (37)), while Deportivo Riestra average 32.0 (youngest: A. Barrionuevo (28), oldest: M. Rodríguez (37)). 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, Independiente have recorded 4 wins, 0 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
Independiente and Deportivo Riestra have met 2 times — Independiente won 1, Deportivo Riestra won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Independiente leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 0.50 per match (1 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026