Temperley strengthened their Primera Nacional promotion credentials with a commanding 3-1 victory over Almagro at Estadio Alfredo Beranger on September 20, 2026. The home side produced a balanced display of high pressing, quick transitions and clinical finishing to take all three points in a match that could prove important in the race for a place in Argentina’s top flight.

Match overview

Temperley began the game with clear intent, pushing their full-backs high and forcing Almagro into a series of hurried clearances. The opening goal arrived in the 18th minute when Facundo Paredes collected the ball on the edge of the box, shifted it onto his right foot and drove a low shot into the bottom corner. Almagro responded well to the setback and found an equaliser in the 34th minute through Nicolás Fernández, who rose highest at the near post to head home from a corner.

The second half was a different story. Temperley regained control of midfield, and in the 58th minute Paredes struck again, finishing off a swift counter-attack after being released by Ramiro Vera. Almagro pushed bodies forward in search of another equaliser, but Temperley defended their box with discipline and then sealed the result in the 82nd minute when substitute Lucas Acevedo converted a cut-back from the right flank.

Key moments

• 18’ – Temperley 1-0: Facundo Paredes opens the scoring with a composed finish from the edge of the area.
• 34’ – Temperley 1-1: Nicolás Fernández equalises for Almagro with a powerful header from a corner.
• 58’ – Temperley 2-1: Paredes completes his brace, finishing a fast break started by Ramiro Vera.
• 82’ – Temperley 3-1: Lucas Acevedo arrives as a substitute and converts from close range to make the points safe.

Tactical story

Temperley lined up in a 4-3-3 that became a 4-2-3-1 when they dropped deeper, and their midfield trio consistently won second balls. Almagro tried to bypass the press with long diagonals towards Fernández, but the service was too often rushed. The home side’s ability to turn defence into attack was the defining feature: both of Paredes’ goals came from transitions in which Temperley moved the ball forward in three passes or fewer.

Almagro’s best spell came immediately after their equaliser, when they forced two corners and a free-kick in dangerous areas. However, Temperley goalkeeper Gonzalo Salas was untroubled for long stretches after the break, and the introduction of Acevedo gave the home attack fresh legs at exactly the right moment.

Standout performers

Facundo Paredes was the obvious match-winner, with two goals that showcased his movement and finishing. Ramiro Vera controlled the tempo in midfield and provided the assist for the second goal, while Lucas Acevedo’s impact from the bench underlined the depth in Temperley’s squad. For Almagro, Nicolás Fernández was their most dangerous outlet, but he lacked consistent support in the final third.

Season impact

The win lifts Temperley into a stronger position in the Primera Nacional standings and keeps them firmly in the promotion conversation. Three points at home against a direct rival is exactly the kind of result that shapes a season, and the manner of the performance will give the coaching staff confidence. Almagro, meanwhile, remain in the middle of the table and will need to improve their away form if they are to close the gap on the playoff places.