Cambeses stands tall in goal, Racing through to the semi-finals | OneFootball

In the quarterfinals of the Clausura Tournament of the Professional League, Racing and Tigre played an exciting match in Avellaneda. It ended in a goalless draw after 120 minutes, and was decided by penalty shootout, with a 4-2 victory from the twelve-yard mark. Cambeses was outstanding in goal, saving two penalties and securing Costas' team a spot among the top four of the tournament. Next up is Boca in the semifinals.

Racing started the match intensely, pressing high and trying to create danger from the first minute, although they couldn't capitalize. Tigre sat back and relied on counterattacks, making the first half a back-and-forth affair at times.

In the second half, the Matador closed ranks at the back, waiting for their chances to surprise the Academia on the counter. Russo had a couple of clear opportunities to score but failed to convert. He was practically the only Tigre player pushing forward, trying to exploit Racing's defensive gaps.

At the end of the ninety minutes, Ramón Arias was sent off after stopping a counterattack by Maravilla Martínez, leaving Tigre with ten men for the extra time.

In extra time, Vergara scored for Racing but it was disallowed for offside, and Martirena saw red for a second yellow after mocking referee Merlos during a review of a potential penalty.

The night became even more complicated for Racing: Santiago Sosa, the leader in midfield, also saw red for a second yellow, leaving Gustavo Costas' team with nine men.

From the penalty spot, Facundo Cambeses stepped up to deny Cardona

Cambeses was the star in the penalty shootout and secured Racing's spot in the semifinals where they will face Boca

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