San Lorenzo secured a 1-0 victory over Unión on the fifth matchday of the local league, extending their home success and solidifying their position near the top of the standings.
Under the leadership of Reuben Darío Insúa, San Lorenzo demonstrated a steady, practical approach that has become a hallmark of their campaign. In this edition of the Binance Professional League, they have shown a consistent ability to win tight bouts, achieving four wins by the same minimal margin in five games. The victory also marked their sixth consecutive home win, keeping them in the championship chase and presenting them as a temporary table leader for the moment.
The Cyclone has evolved into a dependable outfit with a distinctive identity. Spectators come to expect a certain tempo and texture over ninety minutes, and opponents brace for a game plan that leans on resilience and opportunism. The team plays a physical, attritional style that aims to seize chances when they appear, making it difficult for adversaries to disrupt their rhythm.
In this latest contest, Santa Fe’s side struggled to conjure moments of creativity, especially in the early stages, as the opening half unfolded with a cautious balance where opportunities were scarce. The decisive moment arrived early in the second half, at 47 minutes, when Andrew Vombergar headed the ball into the net, giving San Lorenzo the decisive goal. That strike effectively defined the match, as the remainder offered limited scoring opportunities for both teams.
Looking ahead, the upcoming clash against Huracán at the Tomás Adolfo Ducó stadium promises a stern test. It will be a critical gauge to determine whether San Lorenzo can sustain title contending momentum and translate home strength into consistency on the road.
The Binance Professional League schedule for 2023 features fixtures across the season with dates, venues, and results that shape the race for the championship.
As the action continues, GOAL will cover the progression of these fixtures and the developing storylines for fans and followers across Argentina and beyond.
SAN LORENZO – UNION MINUTE BY MINUTE
- Live minute-by-minute updates following the Cyclone against the Tatengue.
- San Lorenzo strikes first or equalizes as the match unfolds—keep watching for the latest.
- Good afternoon and welcome to another GOAL broadcast. San Lorenzo faces Unión on date 5 of the Binance 2023 tournament at Pedro Bidegain Stadium.
THE TARGET OVERVIEW
HOW TO WATCH LIVE ON TV AND STREAMING
In Argentina, the San Lorenzo versus Unión match will be broadcast on TNT Sports, available to subscribers who have the football package through their cable provider.
TNT SPORTS
FORMATIONS
SAN LORENZO
August Battle; Federico Gattoni, Rafael Pérez, Gastón Hernández; Gonzalo Luján, Jalil Elías, Carlos Sánchez, Malcolm Braida; Nahuel Barrios; Andrés Vombergar and Adam Bareiro. DT: Ruben Insúa.
UNION
Santiago Mele; Francisco Gerometta, Franco Calderón, Óscar Piris, Claudio Corvalán; Imanol Machuca, Yeison Gordillo, Luciano Aued, Lucas Esquivel; Thiago Vecino and Kevin Zenón. DT: Gustavo Munúa.
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