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Belgrano pulls off the upset and beats River at the Mario Alberto Kempes to be crowned Argentine champions for the first time in their history.

With a brace from 'Uvita' Fernández and another from Morales, Ricardo Zielinski’s team defeats a River side left fuming after the controversial penalty for the 2-2.

FULL TIME: BELGRANO ARE CHAMPIONS OF ARGENTINE FOOTBALL

45' Coudet is SENT OFF

After Belgrano’s third goal, River’s coach explodes at Falcón Pérez over the penalty he believes should not have been given.

43' BELGRANO TURN IT AROUND

Low cross from 'Mudo' Vázquez and 'Uvita' Fernández is clinical once again to complete the comeback. El Pirata are minutes away from ultimate glory.

33' BELGRANO GOAL AND... CONTROVERSY?

There was a handball by Rivero in the box after a shot from "Uvita" Fernández. Following appeals from the Pirata players, Falcón Pérez went to check VAR and awarded the penalty.

From the spot, Uvita made no mistake and Belgrano level it with 5 minutes remaining.

30' River push for a third

River are controlling the ball and Belgrano have been full of nerves in the last few minutes. For now, Los Millonarios look closer to a third goal.

15' RIVER GOAL

Brilliant play by Facundo Colidio, who sets up Galván, and he makes no mistake against Cardozo to make it 2-1 for Los Millonarios.

Play resumes

Half-time in Córdoba

40' Very even match

After the goals, the game has become much more balanced and chances have dried up for both teams.

25' BELGRANO GOAL

Great corner from the left by Zelarayán and Morales buries it in the far post, giving Beltrán no chance.

18' RIVER GOAL

A huge defensive mistake by Rigoni allowed Galván to break free, cross, and find Colidio’s left foot for the opening goal of the match. Belgrano had started better, but River’s quality is making the difference for now.

15' BELTRAN is the standout player of the opening 15 minutes

River’s goalkeeper has already made two ABSOLUTELY CLEAR saves. First he denied Meza, and now he has stopped Rigoni. River are staying alive thanks to their keeper.

The match kicks off in Córdoba

Confirmed lineups

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