Belgrano defeated Gimnasia (J) in a penalty shootout in the Copa Argentina, advancing to the round of 16. The team led by Ricardo Ruso Zielinski tied 2-2 in regular time and won 4-2 in the penalty shootout.

What happened in the match?

The match began with a goal from Gimnasia (J), but Belgrano managed to tie thanks to a goal from Francisco González Metilli. In the second half, Emiliano Rigoni scored the second goal for Belgrano, but Gimnasia (J) managed to tie again.

How was the match defined?

The penalty shootout took place after the 2-2 tie in regular time. Belgrano won 4-2 in the penalty shootout, thanks to the goals of Francisco González Metilli, Emiliano Rigoni, Martín Latupeirissa and Federico Ricca.

What's next for Belgrano?

Belgrano advanced to the round of 16 of the Copa Argentina and will face the winner of the match between Racing and Defensa y Justicia. The team led by Ricardo Ruso Zielinski is looking to continue advancing in the tournament.

DateCompetitionOpponentResult
2026Copa ArgentinaGimnasia (J)2(4)-2(2)

Belgrano's position in the Liga Profesional Argentina is as follows: | Position | Points | Matches played | Won | Drawn | Lost | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 10th | 20 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 4 | Belgrano has 13 goals for and 11 against, with a difference of +2 goals. The team is 9 points behind the leader, Boca Juniors.