Independiente (R) win Copa Argentina after beating Argentinos Jrs | OneFootball

Independiente Rivadavia made its mark in the grand history of Argentine football and was crowned champion of the Copa Argentina after defeating Argentinos Juniors in the grand final. The Mendoza-based team, known as La Lepra, opened the scoring through Alex Arce, who was left with ten players due to the expulsion of Maximiliano Amarfil in the first half, but at the start of the second half, extended the lead with a counterattack by Matías Fernández.

Alan Lescano quickly scored for the Bicho, who pushed until the end with two more men due to the red card to Alejo Osella and, at the last moment, found the equalizer at the feet of Erik Godoy. In the penalty shootout, Alfredo Berti's team, who was expelled and erupted against the referee, was more effective and lifted the trophy with Gonzalo Marinelli, who had to replace the injured Ezequiel Centurión, as the standout in goal.

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