Argentinos Juniors stages comeback in high-scoring win over Sarmiento

Argentinos Juniors stages comeback in high-scoring win over Sarmiento

Argentinos Juniors defeated Sarmiento de Junín 3-2 at the Eva Perón Stadium in the first round of Group B of the 2026 Clausura Tournament. The Bicho came back in the second half with goals from Alan Lescano, Sebastián Prieto, and Diego Porcel, while the hosts scored through Junior Marabel and Renzo Orihuela.

How did the match unfold?

The match started with Sarmiento taking the lead thanks to a goal from Junior Marabel in the 30th minute of the first half. However, Argentinos Juniors responded quickly in the second half with a stunning goal from Alan Lescano in the 2nd minute, who scored with a bicycle kick.

At the 12th minute, Sebastián Prieto made it 2-1 after a rebound in the box. Sarmiento equalized again with a header from Renzo Orihuela in the 23rd minute, but Diego Porcel sealed the 3-2 victory at the end of the match.

What does this result mean for Argentinos Juniors?

The win allows Argentinos Juniors to climb to second place in the overall standings, solidifying their position in the fight for the top spots. Additionally, the team showed great strength in the second half, where they managed to turn the game around.

What's next for the team?

Argentinos Juniors' next match will be in the second round of the 2026 Clausura Tournament, where they will aim to maintain their good form. Meanwhile, Sarmiento de Junín continues to fight for survival, with an average of 0.989 and 14 points clear of the relegation zone.