Gimnasia beats Racing 3-1; Lamolina VAR call shapes ending

The Academy fell to the Wolf, ending a strong run of results.

Racing had put together four straight wins across league and cup but could not sustain it. Gimnasia defeated them 3-1 at the Juan Carmelo Zerillo stadium on date ten of the Binance 2023 tournament, complicating Fernando Gago’s challenge to close the gap on River, the lone leader.

The Wolf started with intent from the opening whistle, and Cristian Tarragona’s eighth-minute strike kept the early momentum for Gimnasia. He found space alone in the penalty area, took his time behind two defenders who initially appeared overpowered, and slammed a low shot past Gabriel Arias from the ground.

The local supporters saw their side pushing the tempo, and at 22 minutes, Matías Rojas came on for an injured Edwin Cardona, who had been In good form and was part of the rotation. The ten became the hub of the team quickly, but his teammates failed to finish several promising moves.

Deep into extra time, Gabriel Rojas received a second yellow, earning a second bookable offense that made his side’s task even tougher. Both cautions were aimed at Alexis Steimbach, a clash that heavily steered the late stages toward Gimnasia’s favor.

At 55 minutes, Leonardo Morales managed to extend the lead, making it increasingly tough for the visitors to fight back, though Jonathan Gómez, who had replaced Nicolás Oroz a few minutes earlier, did manage to spark a response.

The Academy did manage to pull one back when Nicolás Lamolina awarded a penalty, but the decision was overturned at the request of VAR. With Racing pursuing a draw, Franco Soldano seized the moment to seal the match for Gimnasia, setting the final score at 3-1.

Next up, the Academy hosts Newell’s this Wednesday while preparing to visit their perennial Libertadores de América rivals over the weekend.

The Binance Professional League Tournament 2023 schedule features fixtures, dates, and results for fans tracking the season in both Canada and the United States. This recap summarizes the key moments and turning points from the clash that decided the day.

In GOAL’s coverage, the match’s events were highlighted as the action unfolded across the stadium and on live broadcasts, showing how tactical decisions and on-pitch momentum shaped the outcome.

GYMNASTICS – RACING, MINUTE BY MINUTE

• The back-and-forth action between Gimnasia and Racing was immediate and intense.

• GIMNASTICS GOAL! Franco Soldano finished off a swift move to open the scoring.
• Penalty decision for Racing? Lamolina signaled a spot kick but VAR intervened to overturn the call.

• PENALTY, VAR AND RECTIFICATION

  Leonardo Morales challenged Maxi Romero entering the area. Lamolina initially awarded the penalty, but VAR led to a reversal. The moment sparked debate among fans and analysts alike.

  — TNT Sport Argentina

• RACING RESPONDS! Nico Reniero delivered a sharp assist to Jonatan Gómez, who converted to bring the score closer, 2-1.
• DISCOUNT FOR THE ACADEMY

Nico Reniero’s setup put Gómez in a position to tuck the ball home. Gimnasia remained ahead, but Racing pressed hard for parity.

• GIMNASTICS GOAL! The Wolf added another with a set-piece finish, extending their lead.
• THE SECOND FOR THE WOLF arrived as Leo Morales headed in from a Tomás Muro cross, restoring a two-goal cushion for Gimnasia.
• The Academy finished with ten men after Rojas was sent off for a second yellow late in the first half.
• RACING WITH ONE MAN DOWN Gabriel Rojas received a second yellow after a late foul, leaving Racing short for the remainder of the match.
• Cardona returned to action but left the field injured after a heavy challenge on Bautista Barros Schelotto.
• FROM CARDONA! The Colombian made his return to Liga Profesional play after more than six months but had to retire hurt due to pain while pressing the attack.
• GYM GOAL! The Wolf opened up a commanding lead early in the first half as Cristian Tarragona struck after a rough contest inside the box.
• Good afternoon and welcome to another GOAL broadcast. Gimnasia faces Racing on date ten of the Binance 2023 tournament at the Juan Carmelo Zerillo Stadium.

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HOW TO WATCH LIVE ON TV AND STREAMING

The match between Gimnasia and Racing is broadcast in Argentina by TNT Sports, available to subscribers through their cable TV package.

TNT SPORTS

FORMATIONS

FIRMA

Thomas Durso; Bautista Barros Schelotto, Leonardo Morales, Felipe Sanchez, Nicolás Colazo; Alexis Steimbach, Ignacio Miramon, Agustin Bolivar, Tomas Muro; Cristian Tarragona and Franco Soldano. DT: Sebastian Romero.

RACING LINEUP

Gabriel Arias; Facundo Mura, Jonatan Galvan, Emiliano Insúa, Gabriel Rojas; Juan Nardoni, Tomas Aviles, Nicolas Oroz; Edwin Cardona, Gabriel Hauche and Maxi Romero. DT: Fernando Gago.

Source: Goal