The 2026 cycle begins: Atlético de Rafaela draw in opener against Almagro | OneFootball

La Crema formally began its journey in the 2026 season of the Primera Nacional. On Friday night, the albiceleste team hosted Almagro at the Monumental in the Alberdi neighborhood for the opening match of Zone B, in a game that ended with a closed score of 0-0.

Despite the lack of goals, the debut served to observe the first strokes of Iván Juárez's team, which embarks on this cycle with the ambition of being one of the main contenders of the tournament. The coaching staff is committed to consolidating a solid block and maintaining the competitive identity that the group has forged recently, factors that will be crucial in a long-term tournament.

The schedule for the Rafaela team will continue with their first trip to the interior of the country. Next Saturday, February 21, Atlético will travel to Mendoza to face Deportivo Maipú, a highly demanding test as visitors. After that commitment, the action will return home for the third matchday, where they will host Temperley at their stadium.

With this first point in the bag, Atlético de Rafaela begins to navigate a championship that will be relentless, with their sights set on the top positions of the table.

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