Unión started stronger, but Boca hit back to snatch a draw | OneFootball

In a match with shifting momentum, Unión and Boca Juniors drew 1-1 at the Estadio 15 de Abril for the 11th round of the Torneo Apertura. The “Tatengue” dominated the first half, while the Xeneize responded in the second to seal the tie.

The “Tatengue” dominance at the start

Leonardo Madelón’s team came out determined to set the pace with high pressing that unsettled Boca. After an early warning from Cristian Tarragona that was saved by Marchesín, the home side managed to break the deadlock in the 41st minute: Julián Palacios capitalized on a low cross from Lautaro Vargas and finished with class to make it 1-0 before halftime.

Boca’s reaction and Merentiel’s equalizer

In the second half, Claudio Úbeda’s side pushed their lines forward. In the 56th minute, after a shot from Adam Bareiro hit the post, Miguel Merentiel pounced on the rebound and scored the definitive 1-1. From then on, the match became more dramatic with key interventions from Matías Mansilla, who kept the home goal safe against attacks from Bareiro and Paredes.

Open ending and points shared

Towards the end, both teams had chances to take the win. Mauro Pittón forced Marchesín into a save with a free kick, and Diego Armando Díaz missed a clear shot in stoppage time. With this result, Unión remains as runner-up in Zone A, confirming their strong form in the competition.

Match summary

Unión: Mansilla; Vargas, Rodríguez, Ludueña, Del Blanco; Palacios (Grella), Pittón, Profini, Cuello (Aguirre); Estigarribia (Díaz), Tarragona. Coach: Leonardo Madelón.

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