Vélez Sarsfield vs Lanús

Lanús secured a superb 1-0 away victory at the José Amalfitani, ending Vélez Sarsfield's unbeaten start to the Liga Profesional season. Veteran defender Carlos Izquierdoz struck the only goal in the 71st minute, silencing the home crowd. Vélez dominated possession with nearly 59% of the ball but struggled to create clear-cut chances. Lanús were the more dangerous side on the break, producing 17 shot attempts to the hosts' 10 and forcing six saves from the Vélez goalkeeper. The final minutes grew heated as Lanús dug in to protect their lead, with Tomás Guidara picking up a late booking deep in stoppage time. The result leaves Vélez still top of Group A on 23 points from 12 games, but their aura of invincibility is gone. Lanús climb to 19 points in what could prove a pivotal three points in their push for the knockout rounds.