El Celeste hosts Botellero for the first leg of the semi-finals of the Primera Nacional Reduced.
Interest in the race to join Independiente Rivadavia de Mendoza in the First Division is intense as the final phase of the Reduced unfolds. On Wednesday, November 22, Córdoba becomes the stage for one of the two tickets to the grand final. The clash pairs Estudiantes from Río Cuarto against Deportivo Maipú, a pairing that promises drama, tactical depth, and a push toward promotion.
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Estudiantes, known as the Sky Blue Club, advanced to the semi-finals after a series of competitive matches that tested their resilience. They left Miter of Santiago del Estero behind in the earlier rounds and then outplayed Atlético de Rafaela in a display of discipline and strategic execution. Deportivo Maipú, on the other side of the bracket, defeated San Martín from San Juan and Temperley in tightly contested encounters that showcased their consistency and collective effort. The upcoming meeting in Córdoba will set the stage for the next hurdle toward the final, where the winner will face Riestra or Almirante Brown in a single decisive match.
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Both teams have built their campaigns with a mix of youth and experience, balancing offensive intent with defensive organization. Estudiantes from Río Cuarto has leaned on rapid transitions and set-piece precision, while Deportivo Maipú has relied on disciplined pressing and midfield control to unlock compact defenses. The semi-final encounter in Córdoba will test Estudiantes’ ability to sustain pressure and Maipú’s capacity to exploit spaces when opportunities arise.
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Deportivo Maipú enters the match with a plan that emphasizes cohesion and execution under pressure. Their journey to this stage has been marked by careful game management and timely attacking moments. The club will aim to capitalize on any quick exchanges and create high-quality chances, especially in the middle of the park where turnovers can define the rhythm of the match. The tactical battle is expected to be intense and finely balanced.