Newell's Old Boys defeats Deportivo Riestra 2-0

Newell's Old Boys secured a 2-0 victory against Deportivo Riestra at the Marcelo Bielsa Stadium, breaking a three-match winless streak in the Torneo Clausura. The goals were scored in the second half by Facundo Guch at the 15-minute mark and Walter Mazzantti at the 40-minute mark.

The win moves Newell's to third place in Zona A with 7 points, positioning them well for the playoffs. Conversely, Deportivo Riestra fell to seventh place in the group with 6 points and remains in a precarious position in the annual table, narrowly above the direct relegation zone.

In other regional sports news, Regatas San Nicolás began their participation in the Liga Federal Formativa U15 with a narrow 62-61 victory over GEPU de San Luis.