San Martín de Tucumán Dominates Almagro with 3-0 Victory

San Martín de Tucumán produced a commanding performance to defeat Almagro 3-0 in the Argentine Primera Nacional on July 13, 2026. The match at Estadio La Ciudadela in Tucumán saw the home side take control from the first whistle, cruising to a comfortable win.

The result moves San Martín up the league table in the fiercely competitive second division, while Almagro remains mired in the lower half after a disciplined but ultimately outmatched display.

First-Half Blitz

The hosts wasted no time asserting their authority. Striker Luciano Pons opened the scoring in the 12th minute, latching onto a through ball from midfielder Pablo Magnín and finishing calmly past Almagro goalkeeper Julián Lucero.

San Martín doubled the lead just before the half-hour mark. This time, winger Matías García cut inside from the left and unleashed a curled shot that crept inside the far post. The goal showcased the technical quality that has made San Martín one of the most dangerous attacking sides in the division.

Second-Half Control

Almagro struggled to create meaningful chances after the break. San Martín’s defense, led by captain Franco Sbuttoni, absorbed whatever pressure the visitors could muster. The third goal came in the 68th minute when Luciano Pons bagged his brace, finishing off a quick counter-attack with a powerful strike from the edge of the box.

Coach Diego Flores made several substitutions to manage the workload, and San Martín saw out the match with ease. Almagro’s best chance came in the dying minutes, but substitute forward Bruno Nelle missed the target from close range.

Key Performers and Table Impact

Luciano Pons was the clear standout, with two goals and a constant threat. The forward now has six goals in the season and is emerging as a key figure in San Martín’s promotion push. Midfielder Pablo Magnín also impressed, dictating play from central areas.

• Scoreline: San Martín de Tucumán 3-0 Almagro
• Goals: Luciano Pons (12', 68'), Matías García (28')
• Attendance: 8,200
• Position: San Martín moves to 5th place; Almagro remains 16th.

The win also extended San Martín’s unbeaten streak at home to eight matches, a form that has fans dreaming of a return to the Argentine Primera División.