Independiente came from behind in stoppage time to beat Riestra 2-1 and book its place in the Clausura playoffs, a late result that kept the club’s hopes of advancing alive.
The winning goals came from Mateo Pérez Curci and Felipe Tempone, who turned a tense afternoon into a dramatic celebration for the Rojo supporters.
A late reward
With the qualifying spots still in doubt, the victory gave Independiente the result it needed to move into the knockout phase of the tournament. The team’s ability to find a winner so close to the final whistle was the difference between progressing and falling short.
Player ratings
The report also breaks down the performance of each Independiente player, with individual marks for the squad that secured the comeback.
Source: www.ole.com.ar
