Banfield Reserves Stage Comeback to Beat Racing Club Reserves 2–1

A resilient Banfield Reserves side overturned a first-half deficit to defeat Racing Club Reserves 2–1 in a pulsating Argentine Reserve League encounter at the Estadio Juan Domingo Perón on June 9, 2026. The victory propelled Banfield into fourth place in the standings, dealing a blow to Racing's promotion hopes.

Racing Club Reserves started brightly and took the lead in the 14th minute. A long ball over the top caught the Banfield defense flat-footed, allowing forward Lautaro Martínez (no relation to the Inter Milan star) to control and finish calmly past the goalkeeper. The Academy side dominated the opening half-hour, pressing high and forcing errors from the visitors.

However, Banfield Reserves grew into the game as the first half progressed. They equalized in the 39th minute through a moment of individual brilliance. Winger Enzo Cabrera cut inside from the left flank, danced past two defenders, and curled a right-footed shot into the far corner, leaving the Racing goalkeeper with no chance.

The second half was a tense affair, with both teams creating opportunities. The winning goal for Banfield Reserves came in the 76th minute. A corner kick was only partially cleared to the edge of the box, where midfielder Nicolás Silva lashed a volley that deflected off a defender and nestled into the net.

Racing Club Reserves pushed for a late equalizer, forcing several saves from Banfield goalkeeper Lucas Fernández, but the visitors held on for a vital victory. Banfield Reserves now sit comfortably in the top five of the Argentine Reserve League, while Racing Club Reserves must regroup after a defeat that leaves their playoff ambitions on a knife-edge.