# Argentina 2026 football season > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/argentina-2026-football-season > Updated: 2026-09-12T00:10:19.000Z. Sources: 164. Developments: 13. As the 2026 Torneo Clausura enters its ninth round, competition for playoff positions in Zona A and Zona B intensifies. In Zona B, Argentinos Juniors remains the group leader. Independiente Rivadavia, currently second in the annual standings with 45 points, is scheduled to host Aldosivi on September 12. In Zona A, several teams are vying for playoff spots, including Instituto, Gimnasia de Mendoza, and Vélez Sarsfield. Recent matchday 9 results have shifted the standings in Zona A. Defensa y Justicia defeated Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza 2-0. Leandro Fernández opened the scoring in the 11th minute, and David Barbona secured the win in the 58th minute. Although a second goal by Fernández was disallowed by VAR for offside, the victory allows Defensa y Justicia to maintain its position. The loss causes Gimnasia, managed by Darío Franco, to drop from the top of the zone; they currently sit in second place with 16 points, trailing both Defensa y Justicia and Vélez. Boca Juniors’ fixture against Central Córdoba de Santiago del Estero at La Bombonera has seen significant squad management. Following a Copa Sudamericana victory against São Paulo, manager Rodolfo Arruabarrena utilized a rotated lineup to address player fatigue and injuries. During the match, Ángel Romero scored for Boca Juniors five minutes into the game following a cross from Lautaro Blanco that deflected off Enner Valencia. Due to goalkeeper Álvaro Montero’s absence for family matters in Colombia, Leandro Brey started in goal. Other notable inclusions for Boca during this period included Williams Alarcón, Carlos Palacios, and Sebastián Villa. ## Claims - Gimnasia de Mendoza defeated Independiente 3-0 (corroborated by 6 sources) - Esteban Fernández scored the first goal for Gimnasia de Mendoza (corroborated by 6 sources) - Facundo Lencioni scored two goals for Gimnasia de Mendoza (corroborated by 6 sources) - Gimnasia de Mendoza reached 15 points and became the leader of Zone A (corroborated by 6 sources) - Jadson Viera made his debut as Independiente's local coach (corroborated by 3 sources) - Boca Juniors is competing in three different competitions. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Independiente remains in 7th place in Zone A with 10 points (corroborated by 2 sources) - Argentinos Juniors defeated Aldosivi 2-1 to take the lead in Zone B (corroborated by 2 sources) - Alan Lescano and Gastón Verón scored for Argentinos Juniors (corroborated by 2 sources) - Rodrigo Battaglia has returned to group training after eight months out due to injury. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Rodrigo Battaglia underwent surgery for chronic Achilles tendon tendinopathy. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Boca Juniors defeated São Paulo in the Copa Sudamericana quarterfinals. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-12: Defensa y Justicia defeats Gimnasia y Esgrima 2-0 Defensa y Justicia defeated Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza 2-0 in the Torneo Clausura, causing Gimnasia to lose its lead in Zone A. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/defensa-y-justicia-defeats-gimnasia-y-esgrima-2-0 ### 2026-09-11: Boca Juniors leads Central Córdoba in Torneo Clausura match Boca Juniors took an early 1-0 lead against Central Córdoba via an Ángel Romero goal during the Torneo Clausura 2026 match at La Bombonera. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/boca-juniors-leads-central-crdoba-in-torneo-clausura-match ### 2026-09-09: South American football: Boca Juniors and regional tournament updates Major football updates across South America include Boca Juniors preparing for their Torneo Clausura match against Central Córdoba, the upcoming Supercopa Internacional in Argentina, and the start of the CONMEB 35 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torneo-clausura-2026-matchday-9-schedule-and-details ### 2026-09-09: Mendoza football teams confirmed for Clausura ninth round The Liga Profesional announced referees for the ninth round of the Clausura 2026, featuring Mendoza teams Gimnasia y Esgrima and Independiente Rivadavia. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mendoza-football-teams-confirmed-for-clausura-ninth-round ### 2026-09-07: Unión de Santa Fe defeats Instituto 3-2 in Torneo Clausura Unión de Santa Fe defeated Instituto 3-2 in a dramatic Torneo Clausura match, moving into playoff contention despite two late red cards in a high-stakes encounter. 30 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/unin-hosts-instituto-in-torneo-clausura-eighth-round-finale ### 2026-09-06: Gimnasia de Mendoza takes lead of Zona A after drawing with Boca Juniors Gimnasia de Mendoza rose to the top of Torneo Clausura's Zona A after a dramatic 2-2 draw against Boca Juniors in Mendoza. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gimnasia-de-mendoza-takes-lead-of-zona-a-after-drawing-with-boca-juniors ### 2026-08-30: Independiente Rivadavia defeats Racing Club 3-1 in comeback victory Independiente Rivadavia defeated Racing Club 3-1 in the Torneo Clausura, completing a comeback victory in Mendoza. Argentinos Juniors also secured a win to remain top of their group. 42 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gimnasia-de-mendoza-defeats-independiente-3-0-in-torneo-clausura ### 2026-08-25: Argentine football annual table defines 2027 international qualification The Argentine annual football table is defining qualification for the 2027 Copa Libertadores and Sudamericana, with Independiente Rivadavia, Argentinos, and Vélez currently leading. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentine-football-annual-table-defines-2027-international-qualification ### 2026-08-24: Argentinos Juniors and Sportivo 2 de Mayo draw in Clausura matches Argentinos Juniors remains leader of Group B after a 1-1 draw with Lanús in the Torneo Clausura. Meanwhile, Sportivo 2 de Mayo drew 0-0 with Guaraní, allowing Libertad to take the top spot in Paraguay. 26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentinos-juniors-faces-lans-in-torneo-clausura-clash ### 2026-08-18: Argentine Primera División: Standings and Match Updates Argentine football updates: Independiente Rivadavia and Argentinos Juniors lead the annual standings, while Independiente secured a 3-1 win over Lanús to boost playoff hopes. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentine-liga-profesional-independiente-and-banfield-secure-victories ### 2026-08-09: South American football: Argentinos Juniors and Belgrano secure key victories Football updates from South America: Argentinos Juniors maintains a perfect record, Belgrano climbs the standings, and Real Potosí moves to fourth in Bolivia amid various regional league results. 42 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/instituto-defeats-gimnasia-de-mendoza-1-0-in-torneo-clausura ### 2026-07-27: Argentina's Liga Profesional games impose local-only fans and end goalless Central Córdoba restricts its July 30 match to local fans, while Rosario Central and Racing draw 0‑0 in a key Liga Profesional fixture. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentinas-liga-profesional-games-impose-local-only-fans-and-end-goalless ### 2026-07-24: Argentina football weekend delivers mixed results across divisions on July 25, 2026 July 25, 2026 Argentine football saw Temperley win in Primera Nacional, Huracán beat Banfield in the Clausura, and multiple draws across Torneo Federal A and other divisions. 30 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aldosivi-and-defensa-y-justicia-draw-1-1-in-torneo-clausura-opener --- Cite as: Argentina 2026 football season. 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