Driven by their key men, Colón’s spine keeps top-spot dream alive | OneFootball

Carrying the weight of its history and the mystique of the “Elephants’ Graveyard,” Colón took a key step in its mission to return to the top flight. The team led by the coaching duo (or current project) defeated Racing de Córdoba 1-0 in the ninth round of the 2026 Primera Nacional.

The hero of the night was Ignacio Lago, who in the 16th minute of the second half converted a penalty with a low shot across goal. The win was no fluke: the “Sabalero” has built an iron backbone with the experience of Matías Budiño in goal, the solidity of Pier Barrios and Federico Rasmussen in defense, and the balance of the ever-reliable Federico Lértora in central midfield.

With this result, Colón now has five wins in eight matches (with one game in hand), cementing its status as the top contender in its group.

Standings – Primera Nacional 2026 (Zone A)

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