Gadea and Balvidares Lead Comercio to Victory

Empleados de Comercio secured a pivotal milestone in the Apertura tournament this weekend, claiming their first victory of the season in the masculine First Division of the Liga Regional de Fútbol de Coronel Suárez. In a closely contested match within Zone “A,” Comercio defeated Boca Juniors 2-0, breaking a winless streak and shifting the momentum of their campaign.

The Comercio victory over Boca Juniors was sealed in the closing stages of the match, with the decisive goals coming late in the game. Facundo Gadea and Juan Cruz Balvidares provided the necessary offense to secure the three points, leaving the home side defeated on their own turf at the Estadio del Sur.

This result marks a stark contrast in trajectories for the two clubs. While Comercio celebrates its first win of the tournament, Boca Juniors continues to struggle for consistency, marking their second consecutive defeat in a disappointing start to the Apertura season.

Late-Game Surge at Estadio del Sur

The match remained tight for much of the duration, but Comercio’s persistence paid off during the final stretch. Under the officiating of referee Luis Marín, the visiting side managed to break through Boca’s defenses to score twice, ensuring the 2-0 result at the Estadio del Sur.

The victory was not limited to the senior squad. In the preliminary Reserve match, Empleados de Comercio also emerged victorious, defeating Boca Juniors 2-1, further emphasizing the club’s dominance throughout the day’s events.

Analyzing the Impact on Zone “A” Standings

For Boca Juniors, the loss is a significant setback. Prior to this match, the “auriazul” squad had managed two draws—one against the reigning champion Club Sarmiento and another against Puan F. Club. Though, the recent slide into consecutive losses puts them in a precarious position as the Apertura progresses.

In the broader context of the fourth round of the masculine First Division, other results have further complicated the standings. While Comercio found its footing, Deportivo Sarmiento continues to struggle, remaining without any points in the tournament thus far as of April 6, 2026. Conversely, El Progreso emerged as the only winner from Suárez during the fourth date, securing a high-scoring 5-3 victory over Unión Pigüé.

Upcoming Fixtures and the Local Clásico

The focus now shifts to the fifth round, which promises high-stakes matchups including interzonal games and traditional rivalries. Boca Juniors will seek to redeem themselves and return to winning ways when they host Atlético Huanguelén at the Estadio Rubén Segui.

For Empleados de Comercio, the momentum from their Comercio victory over Boca Juniors will be place to the test in one of the most anticipated matches of the region. Comercio is scheduled to play the “clásico” against Peñarol de Guaminí, a match that will take place at Peñarol’s home stadium.

Key Match Summary

The next confirmed checkpoint for these teams is the fifth round of the Apertura tournament, featuring the interzonal clash between Boca Juniors and Atlético Huanguelén and the Guaminí derby between Comercio and Peñarol.

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