CSD Flandria Reserves staged a thrilling 3-2 comeback away to San Martin Burzaco Reserves in Argentine Reserve League action on 6 July 2026, recovering from a goal down to snatch all three points in an end-to-end contest.

The match, played at the Estadio Francisco Boga, offered a showcase of young talent and unpredictable football characteristic of reserve-grade competition. San Martin Burzaco started brightly and silenced the home crowd early, taking the lead through a well-placed shot from the edge of the box inside the opening ten minutes. The hosts looked sharp in possession and doubled their advantage midway through the first half with a header from a corner, leaving CSD Flandria Reserves facing a two-goal deficit.

Second-half revival

The visitors emerged from the interval with renewed intensity. A tactical shift, pushing an extra man into midfield, allowed Flandria Reserves to dominate the centre of the park and pin San Martin Burzaco back. The breakthrough came in the 56th minute when a rapid counter-attack saw the left-winger cut inside and fire low into the far corner, halving the deficit and injecting belief into the away side.

Buoyed by the goal, Flandria Reserves equalised just twelve minutes later. A clever through-ball split the home defence, and the striker produced a cool finish under the onrushing goalkeeper. With momentum firmly in their favour, the visitors completed the turnaround in the 78th minute. A defensive lapse from San Martin Burzaco allowed Flandria’s number 10 to pounce on a loose ball inside the box, slotting calmly into the net to make it 3-2.

Late drama and key performers

San Martin Burzaco Reserves pushed desperately for an equaliser in the final ten minutes, sending long balls forward and winning several set pieces. However, the Flandria backline held firm, with the centre-back pairing winning crucial headers and clearing danger. The home side’s best chance came deep into stoppage time, but a driving shot was tipped over the bar by the visiting goalkeeper, sparking scenes of relief on the Flandria bench.

For CSD Flandria Reserves, the victory lifts them into mid-table respectability and showcases the depth of their academy system. San Martin Burzaco Reserves, meanwhile, will rue a missed opportunity to climb the standings, having squandered a commanding early lead. The match served as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of reserve football, where a half-time deficit can be overturned with determination and tactical discipline.