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Nacional defeats Central Español 1-0 to enter Clausura title race
Nacional defeated Central Español 1-0 at the Estadio Centenario during the tenth round of the Torneo Clausura. The match's only goal was scored in the 21st minute by Tiziano Correa, who executed a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area.
With this victory, Nacional moves into contention for the Clausura title, tying Peñarol for third place in the standings. The team follows a recent 2-0 win against Montevideo City Torque. Central Español remains without a league victory, while their goalkeeper, Emiliano Márquez, suffered a knee injury during the match and was replaced by Federico Pintado.
Nacional's lineup featured changes due to injuries and illness, including Martín Arias starting in goal for the injured Luis Mejía and Francisco Calvo returning to the defense.
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Central Español · Estadio Centenario · Nacional · Tiziano Correa