Aldosivi Mar del Plata 0-2 Independiente Rivadavia — Independiente Rivadavia produced a composed and efficient display to beat Aldosivi Mar del Plata and book their place in the next round of the Copa Argentina. The Mendoza-based side struck once in each half at the Estadio José María Minella, securing a clean-sheet victory on a night when their knockout-tournament experience showed.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, Independiente Rivadavia appeared comfortable with the tempo of the tie. They allowed Aldosivi to hold the ball in the early stages but pressed sharply in midfield and looked dangerous every time they moved forward. The visitors controlled the transitions, and their patience was rewarded before the break with a well-worked goal. Aldosivi, by contrast, created very little in the final third and could not find a response after falling behind.

Key Moments

• Opening goal: Independiente Rivadavia took the lead from a corner, as Luciano Paredes rose highest to head in at the near post. It was a simple but effective set-piece routine that left the Aldosivi defense flat-footed.
• Second goal: Early in the second half, a quick counter-attack caught Aldosivi pressing too high. Cristian Chávez rounded the goalkeeper after a precise through-ball, making it 2-0 and effectively killing the contest.
• Late resistance: Aldosivi pushed forward in the final 20 minutes and won several free-kicks in dangerous areas, but the Independiente Rivadavia defense and goalkeeper stood firm to preserve the clean sheet.

Tactical Story

Independiente Rivadavia came into the match with a clear game plan: stay compact, frustrate Aldosivi in possession, and punish any defensive disorganization. Their midfielders prioritized vertical passes behind the home defense, and the movement of their forwards caused problems all night. Aldosivi dominated territorial possession but rarely opened up the visitors’ block. The lack of width in Aldosivi’s attacking play made it easy for the away side to defend narrow and force hopeful crosses into a crowded penalty area.

The second goal allowed Independiente Rivadavia to sit slightly deeper and manage the rhythm of the game. Their goalkeeper made two important saves in the closing stages, ensuring the margin of victory was never in doubt.

Standout Performers

• Luciano Paredes — the scorer of the opening goal, he was also a commanding presence in defense, winning aerial duels and starting several counter-attacks with clean distribution.
• Cristian Chávez — his movement in the second half created constant concern for the Aldosivi back line. The composed finish for the second goal highlighted his confidence in front of goal.
• Aldosivi’s goalkeeper — despite conceding twice, he made several sharp saves to keep the score from becoming more lopsided.

Cup Impact

The victory keeps Independiente Rivadavia’s Copa Argentina campaign alive as they advance to the next knockout round. For Aldosivi Mar del Plata, the defeat means an early exit from the competition and a sharp focus on their domestic responsibilities. The Copa Argentina has a history of surprising results and dramatic ties, but on this occasion the team from Mendoza delivered the more polished and decisive performance.

With momentum now on their side, Independiente Rivadavia will wait to see who they face next, while Aldosivi will look to regroup quickly after a disappointing night in Mar del Plata.