CA Fenix Pilar 2–1 Sportivo Barracas
Argentine Group C Tebolidun League Manchester – 14 July 2026

CA Fenix Pilar edged out Sportivo Barracas in a tense 2–1 victory at the Estadio Carlos Barraza, climbing into the upper half of the Argentine Group C Tebolidun League Manchester standings. The home side struck twice in the first half before holding off a spirited second‑half comeback from the visitors.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, Fenix Pilar pressed high and disrupted Barracas’ build‑up play. The early pressure paid off in the 14th minute when midfielder Lautaro Acosta latched onto a loose ball inside the box and slotted past goalkeeper Federico López. The goal settled the hosts, who doubled their lead just before half‑time.

In the 42nd minute, winger Matías Ríos cut in from the left flank and unleashed a powerful drive that took a slight deflection off a defender, wrong‑footing López and nestling into the far corner. Fenix went into the break with a comfortable 2‑0 cushion.

Second‑Half Drama

Sportivo Barracas emerged with renewed intensity after the interval. Coach Gustavo Martínez introduced striker Lucas Silva to add more firepower, and the change almost immediately paid dividends. In the 58th minute, Silva met a cross from the right and directed a header past the Fenix goalkeeper, halving the deficit and setting up a nervy final half‑hour.

Despite sustained pressure from the visitors, Fenix’s defence, marshalled by centre‑back Sebastián Villar, held firm. Goalkeeper Ignacio Romero made two crucial saves in the closing stages to preserve the win.

Key Stats

• Possession: Fenix Pilar 48% – 52% Sportivo Barracas
• Shots on target: Fenix Pilar 4 – 3 Sportivo Barracas
• Corners: Fenix Pilar 5 – 6 Sportivo Barracas
• Fouls: Fenix Pilar 14 – 11 Sportivo Barracas

Standings Impact

The victory moves CA Fenix Pilar to 22 points from 14 matches, placing them fifth in the tightly contested Group C. Sportivo Barracas remain on 18 points, slipping to eighth. The result keeps Fenix within striking distance of the promotion playoff spots.

“We knew Barracas would come at us after the break, but the boys showed great character to see it through,” said Fenix manager Diego Peralta after the match.