In a pivotal match from the Binance 2023 tournament, the Academy aims to rebound with a victory against Banfield in the Cylinder’s arena, a game that stands out on the 19th date of the competition. With the President Peron Stadium providing a dramatic backdrop, two struggling teams meet on a Saturday, one coming off a recent slump and the other searching for a way out of its bad run in the domestic league.
The Academy had previously settled for a 1-1 draw with Defensa y Justicia on matchday 18, courtesy of a goal from Hannibal Moreno. Managed by Fernando Gago, the side sits with 19 points and has earned just two points from the last 21 available in league play, underscoring a tough stretch for the squad.
Meanwhile, Banfield recently defeated Rosario Central 2-0, thanks to a double from Milton Gimenez. The coach, Julius Cesar Falcioni, has Banfield positioned near the lower end of the table, holding 18 points and aiming to climb out of the danger zone with another positive result.
The schedule for the Binance Professional League Tournament 2023 provides the fixtures, dates, and results fans want to follow, and this clash between two teams in need of a shift in momentum adds a compelling chapter to the campaign.
Here at GOAL, the focus is on delivering everything fans need to know about the game.
WHEN IS?
HOW TO SEE ON TV
The match between the Academy and Banfield airs in Argentina and across much of South America on TNT Sports, available to subscribers who have the Cable TV Soccer Pack. TNT Sports provides comprehensive coverage as part of its regional sports portfolio.
TNT Sports
WHO REPORTS AND WHO COMMENTS?
Commentary comes from Leandro Zapponi with insights from Román Iucht, providing analysis and on-field context for viewers and readers alike.
HOW TO WATCH BY STREAMING
Streaming options include the major cable affiliates’ platforms such as Cablevision Stream, Play TeleCentro, and DirectTV GO. The services support PC, Mac, tablets, and smartphones with Android 4 or higher and iOS 8 or higher, allowing fans to stream the match on the go or from home.
FORMATION
TO RACE
Gabriel Arias; Facundo Mura, Leonardo Sigali, Gonzalo Piovi, Gabriel Rojas; Nicolás Oroz, Aníbal Moreno, Jonathan Gomez; Gabriel Hauche, Matias Rojas, and Paolo Guerrero. DT: Fernando Gago.
BANFIELD
Facundo Cambeses; Emanuel Coronel, Emanuel Olivera, Alejandro Maciel, Luis Mago; Nicolás Sosa, Alejandro Cabrera, Eric Remedi, Juan Bisanz; Sebastian Sosa, Milton Gimenez. DT: Julio Cesar Falcioni.