Overview

• Walter Bou scored at 25 minutes and Rodrigo Castillo added a late second to secure the away win in Avellaneda.
• Bou’s opener followed a defensive mix-up between Sergio Vera and goalkeeper Rodrigo Rey that left the ball for an easy finish.
• Lanús goalkeeper Nahuel Losada stood out with multiple key saves as Independiente squandered several clear chances.
• Santiago Montiel was sent off on a second yellow late in the match, and one outlet reported referee Fernando Echenique also expelled coach Gustavo Quinteros.
• The result keeps Independiente winless at the bottom of Group B, while Lanús moved to second on 23 points, level with Deportivo Riestra, which had a game to play.