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San Telmo Goalkeeper Scores From His Own Area in Primera Nacional Win

Joaquín Enrico's wind-aided long volley produced a 2-0 cushion that became a viral highlight.

Overview

  • The goal came at 28 minutes in Isla Maciel when Enrico struck a long volley from his own area that bounced over Gimnasia de Jujuy keeper Milton Álvarez.
  • Heavy rain and strong winds shaped the ball’s flight, contributing to the rare goalkeeper-to-goal sequence.
  • Nicolás Morro had opened the scoring for San Telmo at 24 minutes with a header to make it 1-0.
  • Sebastián Cocimano extended the lead early in the second half before Gimnasia pulled two back through Diego López at 66 minutes and Alejandro Quintana at 67.
  • San Telmo held on to win 3-2, as video of Enrico’s strike spread widely across social media and was replayed by broadcasters such as TyC Sports.