Quilmes Reserves and Newell’s Reserves played out a 1-1 draw in the Argentine Reserve League on October 14, 2026, a result that felt both hard-fought and slightly unsatisfying for two sides eager to climb the table. Quilmes took the lead in the first half, but Newell’s responded after the break to secure a share of the points in a match that was tactically tight and decided by fine margins.

A balanced contest from start to finish

Played at Quilmes’ reserve training ground, the game was a classic reserve-league battle: plenty of intensity, moments of quality, and spells where both teams struggled to turn possession into clear chances. Quilmes started with purpose and looked the more dangerous side early on, while Newell’s grew into the contest and finished the stronger of the two teams.

The draw keeps both clubs in the middle pack of the Argentine Reserve League standings, but the performances offered encouragement. Quilmes showed they can dictate phases of play at home, and Newell’s demonstrated the resilience to respond after falling behind.

Match overview

Quilmes opened the scoring in the 23rd minute through Ramiro Luna, who found space at the edge of the box and struck a low effort past the Newell’s goalkeeper. The goal came after a sustained period of pressure, with Quilmes pressing high and forcing Newell’s into hurried clearances.

Newell’s gradually settled and began to string passes together in midfield. Their equaliser arrived in the 67th minute when Jeremías Pérez Tica connected with a cross from the left and guided the ball into the net. It was a reward for a much-improved second-half display, and from that point on the visitors looked the more likely team to find a winner.

Both sides had late chances. Quilmes’ goalkeeper made a smart save in the 82nd minute to deny a close-range header, while Newell’s blocked a goal-bound effort in stoppage time. In the end, a draw was a fair reflection of a game where neither team could sustain control long enough to claim all three points.

Key moments

• 23’ – Quilmes Reserves 1-0: Ramiro Luna finishes a spell of home pressure with a low strike.
• 45+1’ – Newell’s Reserves threaten: A free-kick is headed just wide as Newell’s end the half strongly.
• 67’ – Newell’s Reserves 1-1: Jeremías Pérez Tica converts a left-sided cross.
• 82’ – Quilmes goalkeeper saves: A close-range header is kept out to preserve the draw.
• 90+2’ – Late block: Newell’s deny Quilmes a final chance with a crucial defensive intervention.

Tactical breakdown

Quilmes set up with a midfield diamond that allowed them to press Newell’s centrally and force play wide. It worked well in the first half, but as the game wore on, Newell’s adjusted by dropping a midfielder deeper to create better passing angles. That change helped them bypass the initial press and gain a foothold in the match.

Newell’s attacking shape became more aggressive after the equaliser, with both full-backs pushing forward and the wingers moving inside. Quilmes responded by defending deeper and looking to counter, but their final pass let them down on several occasions. The tactical battle ended level, which mirrored the scoreline.

Standout players

Ramiro Luna was Quilmes’ brightest attacking player, not only for his goal but also for his movement between the lines. He linked play well and forced Newell’s defenders to track him constantly. Quilmes’ goalkeeper also deserves credit for a late save that secured the draw.

For Newell’s, Jeremías Pérez Tica was the standout. His equaliser was well taken, and his overall link-up play improved as the match progressed. The midfielder’s ability to find pockets of space was central to Newell’s second-half revival.

Reserve League impact

The 1-1 draw adds another point to both teams’ Argentine Reserve League totals, but it also highlights the fine margins that define reserve football. Quilmes will feel they should have protected their lead, while Newell’s will take confidence from their response and their stronger finish.

With the season continuing, both sides will look to turn draws into wins. For Quilmes, the focus will be on maintaining intensity for 90 minutes; for Newell’s, the challenge is to start matches with the same urgency they showed after half-time.