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Belgrano Beats Newell’s 3–0 as VAR Nixes Penalty and Benedetto Misses From the Spot

Fabbiani blamed a VAR offside review for shifting the match, insisting he will stay.

Fabbiani y su conferencia en Córdoba (Gentileza)
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Overview

  • Belgrano won 3-0 in Córdoba with goals from Francisco González Metilli, Nicolás “Uvita” Fernández and Lucas Zelarayán, and Newell’s had Gonzalo Maroni sent off early in the second half.
  • A potential Newell’s penalty for handball was nullified when assistant Pablo Acevedo flagged Ever Banega offside and VAR official Hernán Mastrángelo upheld the decision.
  • Moments after the review, Newell’s goalkeeper Juan Espínola misplayed a quick clearance and González Metilli scored the opener with a deft chip.
  • Darío Benedetto then saw his weak, central penalty saved by Thiago Cardozo, extending his personal run to 36 matches without a goal and marking Newell’s third missed spot kick of 2025.
  • Post-match, Fabbiani renewed his criticism of officiating and vowed to continue, as his partner’s "Hermosa cama" social post implying dressing-room unrest drew attention before she softened the message.