Patronato draws with Temperley in Primera Nacional relegation battle

In the Argentine Primera Nacional, Patronato drew 0-0 against Temperley, missing a critical opportunity to gain ground in the fight against relegation. Despite playing a significant portion of the second half with a numerical advantage following the expulsion of a Temperley player, Patronato was unable to secure a victory.

However, the draw occurred alongside losses from several of Patronato’s direct rivals in the lower zone. Chacarita, Agropecuario, Güemes de Santiago del Estero, and Nueva Chicago all suffered defeats. Quilmes was the only team in the bottom tier to secure a win, defeating San Martín de San Juan 1-0.

With seven matches remaining in the championship, the battle to avoid relegation in Zone B involves seven teams: Quilmes, Almagro, Nueva Chicago, Agropecuario, Patronato, Chacarita, and Güemes. Current standings show Quilmes and Almagro at 35 points, Agropecuario with 33, Nueva Chicago with 32, Patronato with 30, Chacarita with 27, and Güemes with 23.