Unión defeats Vélez 2-0 to maintain playoff hopes

Unión secured a vital 2-0 victory against Vélez in a match corresponding to the 16th round of Group A in the Torneo Clausura. The match, held at the Estadio 15 de Abril, was defined by an early advantage for the home side when Thiago Silvero was sent off following a penalty foul.

Cristian Tarragona scored both goals for Unión, converting the penalty in the 11th minute and adding a second in the 27th minute. Despite playing with ten men, Vélez attempted to control the game in the second half, but Unión maintained its defensive structure to secure the three points.

With this win, Unión remains in contention for the playoffs, though their qualification depends on the outcome of the Mendoza derby between Gimnasia de Mendoza and Independiente Rivadavia.