The Malvinas Argentinas Stadium will host a pivotal clash as Tomba squares off against Ciclón in the ninth round of Zone B. This matchup is a key milestone on the road to the quarterfinals and could shape the battle for Copa Libertadores 2024 participation as the season intensifies for both sides.
Godoy Cruz welcomes San Lorenzo for the ninth date of Zone B in the 2023 League Cup. With the venue set at Malvinas Argentinas Stadium, the game carries extra weight in the fight for continental qualification and a spot in the knockout rounds of the local tournament. The fixture promises a high-stakes atmosphere as teams push to secure a favorable position in the standings inside a competitive calendar that resonates across both the Argentine league and the broader South American football landscape.
Coming into the match, Tomba enters on the back of a 1-0 victory over Estudiantes on matchday 8. That result narrows the gap to Ciclón to just two points in the annual table, keeping alive the hope of clinching the final continental slot for next year. The Mendoza squad sits in the lower portion of the standings, yet with 90 minutes of football to play, the possibility remains open to leap to a more comfortable position, or even secure a surprising surge into the top tier depending on the outright performance and results from their rivals across the league. The path to advancement is clear: maximize points in these crucial fixtures and show consistency in defense and attack that has defined their recent campaign.
In contrast, San Lorenzo arrive after a challenging run, including a 3-0 defeat at home to Newell’s. The visitors have endured six winless games, a skid that has tested the squad’s resilience and cohesion. Yet there is a spark. Midweek action saw them defeat San Martín de San Juan 1-0, a victory that propelled them into the semi-finals of the Argentina Cup and injected belief into their buildup for this league encounter. The challenge is to translate Cup momentum into league momentum, converting chances and solidifying defensive organization against a determined opponent from Mendoza.
The 2023 Professional League Cup offers a dense schedule with matches, dates, and results shaping a crowded table. This particular clash stands out as a potential turning point for both teams as the season moves toward its decisive phase.
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COURSE
GODOY CRUZ
Diego Rodriguez; Lucas Arce, Pier Barrios, Federico Rasmussen, Manuel Guillén; Bruno Leyes, Nicolas Fernánez; Hernán López Muñoz, Tadeo Allende, Salomón Rodríguez; Daniel Barrea. DT: Daniel Oldrá.
SAN LORENZO
Augusto Batalla; Rafael Pérez, Gastón Campi, Gastón Hernández; Agustín Giay, Carlos Sánchez, Gonzalo Maroni, Malcom Braida; Iván Leguizamón, Federico Girotti, Nahuel Barrios. DT: Rubén Insua.
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