Estudiantes Rio Cuarto Reserves 2-2 Platense Reserves: Four-Goal Draw in Argentine Reserve League

Estudiantes Rio Cuarto Reserves and Platense Reserves played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in the Argentine Reserve League on October 8, 2026. The match produced four goals, two lead changes and a late equalizer, leaving both sides with a point and a sense of what might have been.

On a night when attacking flair often outweighed defensive caution, Estudiantes will feel the draw as a missed opportunity after twice taking the lead, while Platense will take credit for their persistence in coming back from behind.

Match Overview

Estudiantes Rio Cuarto Reserves began with intent, pressing high and forcing Platense into early turnovers. Their reward came in the 18th minute when Lautaro Ferreyra opened the scoring with a composed finish after a neat exchange on the edge of the box. The home side continued to look dangerous, but Platense gradually settled into the game.

In the 39th minute, Platense equalized through Nicolas Benitez, who capitalized on a defensive mix-up and slotted the ball past the goalkeeper. The goal changed the mood of the contest, and the teams went into half-time level at 1-1.

Key Moments

• 18’ – Estudiantes 1-0: Lautaro Ferreyra finished off a quick passing move, side-footing into the far corner.
• 39’ – Platense 1-1: Nicolas Benitez pounced on a loose ball in the box and equalized with a low finish.
• 67’ – Estudiantes 2-1: Joaquin Molina restored the lead with a header from a well-delivered corner.
• 82’ – Platense 2-2: Franco Baldassarra curled a shot into the top corner from just outside the area, rescuing a point.
• 90+3’ – Late chance: Estudiantes won a free-kick in a dangerous position, but the final effort cleared the crossbar.

Tactical Story

Estudiantes Rio Cuarto Reserves set up in a 4-2-3-1 and looked to attack quickly through the middle. Their first goal came from sharp combination play, and their second from a set piece, showing two different routes to goal. However, their defensive line dropped too deep after taking the lead, inviting Platense onto them.

Platense Reserves used a 4-3-3 and grew into the match as their midfielders found space between the lines. Their equalizers both came from moments of individual quality: one from a defensive error and one from a superb long-range strike. The tactical battle was evenly matched, but Platense’s ability to respond under pressure stood out.

Standout Players

Lautaro Ferreyra and Joaquin Molina were the goalscorers for Estudiantes, but the team’s creative midfielder also impressed with his range of passing. For Platense, Nicolas Benitez and Franco Baldassarra delivered the key moments, while the goalkeeper made two important saves to keep the score at 2-2.

Both defenses had difficult nights, but the composure of the two goalscorers in front of goal was a highlight of the Argentine Reserve League fixture.

Argentine Reserve League Table Impact

The draw keeps Estudiantes Rio Cuarto Reserves and Platense Reserves level on points in the Reserve League standings, though both will feel they could have taken more. Estudiantes remain tough to beat at home, while Platense showed the resilience that could serve them well over a long season. With the margins so fine in reserve football, this was a point that may look more valuable come the end of the campaign.