Douglas Haig 2–1 CA 9 de Julio Rafaela: Hard‑Fought Win in ARFC
Douglas Haig secured a valuable 2–1 victory over CA 9 de Julio Rafaela in an ARFC encounter on 27 July 2026. The match at the Estadio Miguel Morales was fiercely contested from the first whistle, with both teams showing plenty of commitment.
Douglas Haig took the lead inside the first ten minutes after a defensive mix‑up allowed their striker to poke home from close range. CA 9 de Julio Rafaela responded well and equalized midway through the first half with a powerful shot from outside the box. The game remained on a knife’s edge until the 68th minute, when Douglas Haig’s midfielder unleashed a stunning volley that flew into the top corner, leaving the visiting goalkeeper with no chance.
The home side held on under pressure in the final minutes, with their goalkeeper making a crucial save in stoppage time. The win gives Douglas Haig a timely boost in the ARFC standings, while CA 9 de Julio Rafaela will be left to rue a lack of concentration in key moments.

