Live Coverage Today, 3rd May: Argentine League Match Times and Scores
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Here's the Deal with Group B's Final Showdown
Three heart-pumping matches kick off at 4 PM that could determine the eighth-place team in Group B for the Apertura Tournament playoffs. Here's the lowdown:
- Godoy Cruz, currently hanging onto eighth with 17 points and a -7 goal difference, travels to face Deportivo Riestra.
- Instituto, with 15 points and a -5 goal difference, (un)gracefully takes the stage for a Cordoba derby against Talleres at the Mario Alberto Kempes stadium.
- Sarmiento of Junín, boasting 14 points and a -8 goal difference, invites San Lorenzo over for a cozy meet-and-greet at home.
Vélez, with 14 points and a -12 goal difference, is still in the running, facing River at the Monumental on Sunday at 8:30 PM. Vélez will need Godoy Cruz to lose, Instituto not to win, and a bit of help from Sarmiento, who currently has a four-goal advantage in the event of a tie.
Apertura Tourney Standings and Potential Playoff Matchups: Who's Facing Who?
The final round of the 2025 Liga Profesional de Fútbol Apertura Tournament has already delivered its fair share of certainties. Over the past few days, the 16 teams for the playoffs have been determined, with only the matchups remaining a mystery. Everything may change on Sunday with the results of the four remaining matches in the regular season. More About Group Standings
Damian Puebla: "We'll Roll with the Punches Wherever We Land"
Instituto qualified in eighth place and will face either Argentinos Juniors or Boca in the playoffs. The Cordoba team isn't feeling intimidated, though. Puebla, the score-master against Talleres, also praised the "top-notch crew" of teammates.
Match of the Day! Godoy Cruz Fumbles, Instituto Scores
Godoy Cruz started the round in eighth place but couldn't secure the crucial win that would've guaranteed qualification. They lost 3-0 to Deportivo Riestra, while Instituto claimed the spot with a 2-1 triumph in the Cordoba derby against Talleres. They'll now face either Argentinos Juniors or Boca in the playoffs. San Lorenzo, meanwhile, tied with Sarmiento and secured fourth place.
Half-time! Instituto Steals the Show
Min. 90 - Godoy Cruz Holds Out Hope for a Talleres Miracle
Godoy Cruz is currently down 3-0 to Deportivo Riestra but could regain eighth place if Talleres draws with Instituto, who are currently securing qualification.
Min. 87 - San Lorenzo's Game-Tying Goal! 1-1 with Sarmiento
A well-placed free kick from Iker Muniain found the head of Agustín Molina, who put the ball in his own net, tying the score. This secures fourth place for San Lorenzo, as they'll play at home in the upcoming playoffs.
WHAT JUST HAPPENED?! Molina's Own Goal Ties It Up at 1-1 Between Sarmiento and San Lorenzo.📺 ESPN Premium | Subscribe to the Football Pack here
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Damian Puebla's Winner Secures Instituto's Qualification
This goal also spells the end of the race for Vélez, as none of their dreams will come true in tomorrow's match against River.
INSTITUTO'S WINNER SOUNDS THE DEATH KNELL FOR VELEZ'S HOPESfb 🔥 Damian Puebla finished from outside the box, the ball deflected and ended up in the 2-1 win over Talleres that seals their playoff qualification. Watch the Apertura Tournament 2025 on TNT Sports Premium and enjoy it on Max 👉 #Subscribepic.twitter.com/twOUOLIajB
May 3, 2025## Min. 82 - Goal by Riestra! Braian Guille scores for the 3-0 win against Godoy Cruz
Min. 79 - Goal by Instituto! Damian Puebla secures qualification for the Glory
Min. 70 - Score Updates: Who's Still in the Race?
- Deportivo Riestra 2-0 Godoy Cruz
- Sarmiento 1-0 San Lorenzo
- Talleres 1-1 Instituto
At this point, Sarmiento clinches the eighth spot and secures a spot in the playoffs. A massive victory for Vélez against River tomorrow with a score of at least six goals could still somehow knock the Green team of Junin out of the eighth spot.
Min. 61 - Goal by Riestra! Milton Celiz scores for the 2-0 win against Godoy Cruz
Franco Petroli saved the penalty, but the striker didn't miss the rebound. Tomba is in trouble, as their qualification depends on what happens on other fields: they need San Lorenzo to tie with Sarmiento and Instituto not to win against Talleres.
RIESTRA EXTENDS THE LEAD ⚽ Milton Celiz missed the penalty but didn't miss the rebound and put the 2-0 up against Godoy CruzLive the Apertura 2025 Tournament on TNT Sports Premium and enjoy it also on Max 👉 #Subscribehttps://t.co/rq6sQOr7sMpic.twitter.com/n0pt8dErlR
May 3, 2025## Min. 60 - Talleres Down a Man: Depietri Sent Off
TALLERES IS DOWN TO TEN 🟥 Valentin Depietri got a second yellow for a handball, and both La T and Instituto now play with one less playerLive the Apertura 2025 Tournament on TNT Sports Premium and enjoy it also on Max 👉 #Subscribehttps://t.co/rq6sQOr7sMpic.twitter.com/n1Ra26ka78
May 3, 2025## Min. 59 - Penalty for Riestra!
Nicolas Lamolina signals the maximum penalty for an infraction against Antony Alonso, author of the first goal against Godoy Cruz. Now, the Malevo has a good chance to extend the lead.
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PENALTY FOR RIESTRA FOR INFRACTION AGAINST ANTONY ALONSOLive the Apertura 2025 Tournament on TNT Sports Premium and enjoy it also on Max 👉 #Subscribehttps://t.co/rq6sQOr7sMpic.twitter.com/gVx3ckdQCQ
May 3, 2025## Second Half Underway in All Three Matches!
Score updates:
- Deportivo Riestra 1-0 Godoy Cruz
- Sarmiento 1-0 San Lorenzo
- Talleres 1-1 Instituto
With this result, Sarmiento takes the eighth spot and secures a spot in the playoffs, at least until Vélez plays tomorrow, who will need to win big to keep their chances alive.
First Half Ends! Sarmiento Comes Out Ahead
The home team wins 1-0 against San Lorenzo off an own goal by Andres Vombergar, securing a spot among the top eight. Meanwhile, Instituto ties with Talleres and needs another goal to secure qualification.
Min. 42 - Goal by Instituto!
Alex Luna equalizes the classic against Talleres and gives life to the Glory, which needs to score another goal to secure the eighth spot.
GOAL FOR INSTITUTO'S EQUALIZER 🔥 Alex Luna scored with a volley and put it in against a post to make it 1-1 against TalleresLive the Aperture 2025 Tournament on TNT Sports Premium and enjoy it also on Max 👉 #Subscribehttps://t.co/rq6sQOr7sMpic.twitter.com/buyuyrdNn7
THE EVIL ONE STRUCK FIRST ⚽ Alexander Diaz assisted Antony Alonso, who put Riestra ahead 1-0 against Godoy Cruz.
May 3, 2025## Min. 36 - Sarmiento Goal
Sarmiento scores an own goal, putting the home team ahead 1-0 against San Lorenzo.📺 ESPN Premium | Subscribe to the Football Pack here pic.twitter.com/wYp7GMXr6R
May 3, 2025## Min. 30 - Score Updates: How Godoy Cruz Survives
- Deportivo Riestra 0-0 Godoy Cruz
- Sarmiento 0-0 San Lorenzo
- Talleres 1-0 Instituto
Min. 23 - Instituto Struggles: Matias Godoy Sent Off for Two Yellows
Instituto, coached by Daniel Oldrá, needs to beat Talleres to maintain their chances of qualifying for the round of 16, but they had a rough start: they're down 1-0, thanks to Matias Galarza's goal, and are now playing a man down.
INSTITUTO'S MAN DOWN 🟥 Godoy was too strong and earned his second yellow against Talleres despite Instituto losing 1-0. #Subscribe to enjoy the Torneo Apertura 2025 on TNT Sports Premium and Max here pic.twitter.com/uhGfZ0yIgs**
May 3, 2025## Min. 20 - Score Remains the Same
Godoy Cruz kicked off the round in eighth place and remains there. Talleres' goal, already eliminated, only prevents Instituto from catching up to Godoy Cruz.
The Disputed Play: Was There a Penalty?
The ball hits Nicolás Sansotre's hand, and Godoy Cruz players protest to Nicolás Lamolina. Álvaro Carranza in VAR didn't call the referee to review the play.
GODOY CRUZ DEMANDS A PENALTY AGAINST RIESTRA FOR A HANDBALL IN THE AREA 🧐 #Subscribe to enjoy the Torneo Apertura 2025 on TNT Sports Premium and Max here pic.twitter.com/8Fj5sgrRax
May 3, 2025## Min. 12 - Talleres Scores... But It's Disallowed for Offside!
Antony Alonso celebrates the first goal against Godoy Cruz after a series of rebounds in the area, but the goal is disallowed by VAR. All remains the same.
The Match Has Begun!
Deportivo Riestra-Godoy Cruz, Sarmiento-San Lorenzo, and Talleres-Instituto have all kicked off, the three matches that could determine the eighth qualifier from Group B of the Torneo Apertura. Vélez awaits some help to keep their chances alive for Sunday's match against River.
- Godoy Cruz (17 points and -7 goal difference): is in their own hands. A win gets them to the next round, while a draw only helps if Instituto doesn't win by more than one goal. If they lose, they'll depend on what Sarmiento and Vélez do.
- Instituto (15 points and -5): must win, but that may not be enough. They also need Godoy Cruz not to win. If Godoy Cruz draws, Instituto must win by more than one goal. Meanwhile, if Godoy Cruz loses, Instituto will need to win regardless of the margin.
- Sarmiento (14 points and -8): must win and hope for a Godoy Cruz loss and Vélez not scoring more than River on Sunday.
- Vélez (14 points and -12): needs Godoy Cruz to lose and Instituto not to win to have a chance on Sunday against River. If that happens, they must beat River to surpass Godoy Cruz and Sarmiento (if they beat San Lorenzo) on goal difference. Complex scenario.
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- If Godoy Cruz loses to Deportivo Riestra, Damian Puebla's winner secures Instituto's qualification for the playoffs in football's Apertura Tournament.
- The Cordoba derby between Instituto and Talleres at the Mario Alberto Kempes stadium will determine the eighth-place team in Group B, as both teams are fighting for a spot in the playoffs.
- Instituto's Damian Puebla scored from outside the box, resulting in a 2-1 win over Talleres and securing their qualification for the playoffs in the Apertura Tournament.
- Instituto's qualification in eighth place means they'll face either Argentinos Juniors or Boca in the playoffs, and they're not feeling intimidated by their potential opponents.
- San Lorenzo tied with Sarmiento and secured fourth place in the Apertura Tournament, while Vélez's dreams of qualifying were dashed with Damian Puebla's winner for Instituto.
