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Argentine Torneo Clausura 2026 fifth round updates

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The fifth round of the Argentine Torneo Clausura 2026 continues to unfold with heightened tension across several clubs. In Avellaneda, Banfield secured a 1-0 victory over Racing Club at the Cilindro de Avellaneda, with Alexander Machado scoring a decisive header in the 23rd minute during his debut. This defeat marks Racing’s third consecutive loss in the tournament, leaving them in twelfth place and deepening the crisis for manager Juan Pablo Vojvoda. Banfield coach Pedro Troglio noted that while his team won, Racing “deserved a draw,” and the victory moves Banfield to ninth place in Group B. Amidst the league's shifting dynamics, Independiente has appointed Jadson Viera as their new head coach, replacing Gustavo Quinteros. San Lorenzo remains under scrutiny as manager Néstor ‘Pipo’ Gorosito addresses recent supporter visits to training sessions following a loss to Huracán. Gorosito has requested patience, attributing the club’s poor results to a lack of preparation time following recent administrative issues. Pressure is also mounting at River Plate as they prepare to host league leaders Argentinos Juniors at the Monumental. Tensions have risen following comments from club leadership regarding officiating, and manager Eduardo Coudet’s position remains under scrutiny after a poor start to the ~~season marked by heavy investment and recent losses.~~ season. Other key fixtures in the round include Boca Juniors facing Platense and the La Plata derby between Estudiantes and Gimnasia. ~~In the lower divisions, Colón is preparing to host Patronato in the Primera Nacional.~~

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