Overview
- An own goal by Juan Morán opened the scoring for Atlético after a first‑half cross was ruled over the line on VAR review.
- Marcelo Ortiz doubled the lead with a second‑half header, establishing the cushion that carried the hosts to victory.
- Santino Andino pulled one back for Godoy Cruz following a mistake by goalkeeper Matías Mansilla, but the visitors could not find an equalizer.
- Coach Hugo Colace leaned on a conservative, disciplined setup and game management to secure the points under intense pressure at the Monumental.
- Godoy Cruz now faces a must‑win against Deportivo Riestra and must rely on other results, while Atlético’s result eases pressure on Instituto, Newell’s and Gimnasia and keeps the Decano in the playoff chase.