Argentinos Juniors defeats Atlético Tucumán to stay in title race

Argentinos Juniors secured a 2-1 victory against Atlético Tucumán at the Monumental José Fierro stadium during the 15th round of the Torneo Clausura 2026. Matías Giménez and an own goal by Clever Ferreira gave the visitors a two-goal lead in the first half. Atlético Tucumán managed a late consolation goal via an Alexis Canelo penalty, but finished the match with ten men after Luciano Vallejo received a second yellow card.

The win places Argentinos Juniors in second place in Zone B with 31 points, keeping their championship hopes alive alongside Boca Juniors. Conversely, the defeat leaves Atlético Tucumán in tenth place, mathematically eliminating them from playoff contention. In their final regular-season match, Argentinos Juniors will host Huracán, while Atlético Tucumán travels to face Banfield.