Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Deportivo Madryn Reaches Primera Nacional Final After 1–0 Win as Post-Match Melee Mars Night

Madryn advanced on sporting advantage after Santiago Postel's early goal following fierce protests over officiating.

Overview

  • Madryn beat Deportivo Morón 1–0 in Puerto Madryn, leveling the semifinal on aggregate and moving on due to a higher regular-season finish.
  • Santiago Postel scored in the first half to set the result that put the hosts into the promotion playoff final.
  • After the final whistle, players from both teams clashed on the field and police entered to restore order as the disturbances persisted for several minutes.
  • Morón’s players confronted referee Pablo Echavarría over what they considered controversial decisions, including the free kick preceding the goal, according to local reports.
  • No new sanctions from the on-field brawl were announced, while a pre-match 30-day suspension for Morón coach Walter Otta remained in effect.
  • Madryn will face Estudiantes de Río Cuarto in the final for the second promotion place to Argentina’s top flight.