CA Independiente 1:0 Newell´s Old Boys — Informe del Partido

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystINFORME DEL PARTIDO

Santiago Montiel’s first-half strike earned Independiente a 1-0 win over Newell’s Old Boys in the Superliga, setting up a trip to Vélez Sarsfield on 3 August. The midfielder’s 41st-minute goal proved decisive in a contest that was tighter than the scoreline suggested, with Independiente edging the opening exchanges before retreating into a defensive shell.

The turning point arrived four minutes before the interval when Montiel found the net unassisted, and the match immediately shifted in character. Juan Fedorco was booked two minutes later as Independiente looked to consolidate, while Newell’s Old Boys’ frustration grew through second-half cautions for Luca Regiardo, Franco Escobar and Francisco Scarpeccio, with Ruben Martinez also seeing yellow for the hosts in a scrappy, foul-ridden closing period.

The numbers tell a tale of efficiency over dominance: Newell’s Old Boys held 51% possession yet managed only two shots all game, while Independiente’s 12 attempts and 0.59 xG dwarfed the visitors’ 0.11. The home side controlled both halves despite conceding territory after the break. Montiel, with his rating of 8.2 and his goal from midfield, was the clear standout, and his contribution proved the difference in a match where the winner never looked like conceding.

Preguntas y Respuestas

What was the final score of Independiente vs Newell's Old Boys?

Independiente 1-0 Newell's Old Boys (Superliga).

Who scored?

Santiago Montiel (41') for Independiente.

Were there any cards in Independiente vs Newell's Old Boys?

Yellow cards: Juan Fedorco (Independiente); Luca Regiardo (Newell's Old Boys); Franco Escobar (Newell's Old Boys); Ruben Martinez (Independiente); Francisco Scarpeccio (Newell's Old Boys).

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