Belgrano defeated Independiente Rivadavia 1-0 on February 14, 2026, in the 5th round of the Argentine Liga Profesional Apertura.
Match Summary
The decisive goal was scored in the 37th minute by Franco Vázquez, assisted by Emiliano Rigoni. The match, held at Estadio Bautista Gargantini in Mendoza, saw Belgrano secure three points to move into 2nd place in the league standings, while Independiente Rivadavia dropped to 4th.
Key Statistics
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Score | Independiente Rivadavia 0 – 1 Belgrano |
| Goal Scorer | Franco Vázquez (37′) |
| Assist | Emiliano Rigoni |
| Venue | Estadio Bautista Gargantini, Mendoza |
| Competition | Liga Profesional Apertura, Round 5 |
| Date | February 14/15, 2026 |
Match Context
- Team Form: Before this match, Independiente Rivadavia had won all four of their opening league games.
- League Impact: With this win, Belgrano (11 points) overtook Independiente Rivadavia (12 points) in the upper echelon of the table during these early stages of the Apertura season.
- Discipline: The match saw early yellow cards for Independiente Rivadavia’s A. Benitez (8′) and A. Sporle (28′).
Betting Review
The 0-1 victory for Belgrano over Independiente Rivadavia on February 14, 2026, served as a major “upset” based on pre-match betting odds and form. Independiente Rivadavia entered the match as favorites following a perfect four-game winning streak to start the Apertura season.
Match Results & Betting Summary
| Market | Outcome | Closing Odds (Avg) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match Winner (1X2) | Belgrano (Away) | 3.50 | Won |
| Total Goals | Under 1.5 | 2.60 | Won |
| Both Teams to Score | No | 1.75 | Won |
| Double Chance | X2 (Belgrano/Draw) | 1.62 | Won |
Betting Performance Review
- Market Upset: Independiente Rivadavia were priced as favorites around 2.25 to win at home, while Belgrano’s away win was valued at roughly 3.50. Belgrano’s defensive performance snapped Rivadavia’s eight-match winning streak across all competitions.
- Total Goals (Over/Under): Most pre-match predictions leaned toward “Over 1.5 Goals” (65% probability) due to Rivadavia’s recent offensive form. The Under 1.5 outcome was a high-value winner for bettors who anticipated a cagey tactical battle.
- Live Betting Value: The decisive goal by Franco Vázquez in the 37th minute shifted the live match dynamics. Belgrano, despite having slightly less possession (47.8%), maintained defensive discipline to hold the clean sheet.
- Key Absences Impact: Betting lines were likely influenced by injuries to key players, including Alex Arce (broken collarbone) and Lucas Passerini (hamstring), which limited offensive options for both sides.
League Standings Impact (Post-Match)
The result tightened the race at the top of the Apertura table:
- Independiente Rivadavia: Dropped to 2nd place (12 points, 4-0-1 record).
- Belgrano: Rose to 3rd place (11 points, 3-2-0 record), remaining undefeated in the 2026 season.