Nacional crushed Rampla Juniors, 6-2, on Saturday, in a game relating to matchweek 9. Coming into the contest, Álvaro Recoba's team came from two wins, and Edgar Martínez's team came from two defeats. Alexis Castro made a great performance with 2 goals and 1 assist.
The first goal was scored by Alexis Castro early in the game. After 13 minutes, Nacional increased their lead with a goal from Jeremías Recoba. With 45 minutes already played, Álvaro Recoba's team extended their lead with a goal from Alexis Castro.
After 56 minutes, Mauricio Pereyra doubled the lead for Nacional. After 74 minutes, Isaac Méndez struck for Rampla Juniors. With 80 minutes on the clock, Diego Rosa scored the second goal for Edgar Martínez's team. With 83 minutes on the clock, Álvaro Recoba's team increased their lead with a goal from Rubén Bentancourt. With his 5th goal of the season. In the final minutes of the game, Diego Zabala netted the final goal of the game.
. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Nacional will play away against CA Cerro, whilst Rampla Juniors will play at home against Defensor Sporting.
6-2 | ||
Alexis Castro 3' 45' Jeremías Recoba 13' Mauricio Pereyra 56' Rubén Bentancourt 83' Diego Zabala 86' | Isaac Méndez 74' Diego Rosa 80' |