Platense Triumphs Over River Plate in Dramatic Penalty Shootout
In a thrilling quarter-final match of the Argentine Apertura tournament, Platense secured a surprising victory against River Plate in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw. The game, held at the Estadio Monumental, saw Platense score first through Vicente Taborda, with River Plate equalizing in stoppage time via a penalty kick by Franco Mastantuono. Platense's goalkeeper Juan Pablo Cozzani and the team's resilience were pivotal in their shootout win, leading them to face San Lorenzo in the semi-finals.
Key Points
Platense defeated River Plate in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in the Argentine Apertura tournament quarter-finals.
Vicente Taborda scored for Platense, while Franco Mastantuono equalized for River Plate from a penalty in stoppage time.
Platense's goalkeeper Juan Pablo Cozzani played a crucial role in the shootout victory, expressing confidence in their strategy and performance.
River Plate's coach Marcelo Gallardo acknowledged Platense's deserved win despite his team's recent winning streak.
Platense will face San Lorenzo in the semi-finals, while River Plate shifts focus to their upcoming Copa Libertadores and Club World Cup matches.
