Gimnasia de Jujuy defeated Central Córdoba (SE) 5-4 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in the Round of 64 of the Copa Argentina on February 12, 2026.
The match, held at the Estadio Padre Ernesto Martearena in Salta, saw the second-division “Lobo” pull off an upset against the top-tier “Ferroviario”.
Match Highlights
- First Half: Central Córdoba took an early lead in the 15th minute through Matteo Iacobellis. Gimnasia de Jujuy responded before the break, with Maximiliano Casa equalizing in the 35th minute to make it 1-1 at halftime.
- Second Half: Both teams added another goal in a tightly contested second period to finish regulation time at 2-2.
- Penalty Shootout: Gimnasia de Jujuy secured the victory with a 5-4 win in the shootout. Diego López scored the decisive final penalty to send the Jujuy side through to the Round of 32.
Key Statistics
| Event | Central Córdoba (SE) | Gimnasia de Jujuy |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time Score | 2 | 2 |
| Penalty Shootout | 4 | 5 |
| Halftime Score | 1 | 1 |
| Goal Scorers | M. Iacobellis (15′) | M. Casa (35′) |
| Winning Penalty | — | D. López |
This victory marked a successful debut for Gimnasia’s coach, Pellerano, as the team progressed to the next stage of the tournament.
Betting Review
The Central Córdoba (SE) 2-2 Gimnasia de Jujuy (4-5 on penalties) match on February 12, 2026, was a major betting upset in the Copa Argentina Round of 64. Gimnasia de Jujuy, the second-division underdog, successfully cleared the “To Qualify” and “Draw” markets, while high-scoring outcomes rewarded over/under and BTTS bettors.
Key Betting Market Outcomes
| Market | Winning Selection | Pre-Match Odds (Approx.) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 (90 Min) | Draw | +180 to +240 | WON (2-2) |
| To Qualify | Gimnasia de Jujuy | +138 to +154 | WON (5-4 Pens) |
| Over/Under 2.5 | Over | +120 to +145 | WON (4 goals) |
| Both Teams to Score | Yes | -115 to +120 | WON (Both scored) |
| Correct Score | 2-2 | +1700 to +1900 | WON |
Betting Performance Review
- Underdog Upset: Gimnasia de Jujuy was the clear underdog, with Central Córdoba (SE) favored at odds around +120 to +130 to win in regulation. Bettors who backed the “Lobo” to qualify saw a significant return as they advanced to the Round of 16.
- High-Yield Correct Score: The 2-2 draw in regulation was a long-shot result, priced as high as +1900 (19/1) at some sportsbooks like FanDuel.
- Goal Markets: Despite defensive expectations often seen in cup ties, both teams’ attacking play hit the Over 2.5 goals and Both Teams to Score (BTTS) markets early in the second half.
- Half-Time/Full-Time: Those who bet on a Draw / Draw outcome for HT/FT markets would have cashed in at odds of approximately +340.
Match Statistics (90 Minutes)
| Statistic | Central Córdoba (SE) | Gimnasia de Jujuy |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 2 | 2 |
| Halftime Score | 1 | 1 |
| Regulation Outcome | Draw | Draw |
| Penalty Winner | — | Gimnasia (5-4) |