Patronato lose 3-0 in Gracián’s debut, sink to bottom of table | OneFootball

Patronato’s current situation in the Primera Nacional remains worrying. In the fifth round, the team led by Rubén Darío Forestello suffered a resounding 3-0 defeat against Quilmes, marking their fourth consecutive match without a win and sinking further to the bottom of the table.

A first half full of fatal errors

The “Cervecero,” with Leandro Gracián making his debut on the bench, struck early by taking advantage of defensive lapses from the “Patrón.” Within minutes, Agustín Lavezzi capitalized on a mistake at the back to score the opening goal, making it 1-0.

Although Patronato tried to respond with two headers from Franco Soldano—one of which set up Rivero for a chance that nearly resulted in a goal—effectiveness was on the home side’s end. In the 23rd minute, after a long clearance from goalkeeper Marinelli, Alexis Domínguez unleashed a powerful shot to make it 2-0 before halftime.

Intentions without accuracy and a counterattack to seal the result

In the second half, Patronato showed slight improvement and created chances to reduce the deficit, especially through substitutes Renzo Reynaga and Alejo Miró (who hit the post with a shot). However, poor finishing and Marinelli’s saves kept the home team’s goal intact.

The final blow came in the most painful way: from a free kick in Patronato’s favor, a lethal counterattack was launched, and Ramiro Martínez made it 3-0 with a shot into the top corner.

Bleak outlook and what’s next

With just two points from four matches, the team from Paraná has fallen to the bottom spots in their group. Now, the team will have a week off to try to regroup before hosting Colegiales at the Presbítero Bartolomé Grella, where a win will be essential to calm the waters.

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