Crespo delivers Defensa y Justicia an unlikely Copa Sudamericana
Defensa y Justicia possess a renowned commitment to identity, and manager Hernan Crespo worked with that ideal to win the club's first major trophy.
2021 Season
2021 Schedule
5-1-2, 13th in Argentine Liga Profesional de Fútbol
Hernan Crespo guides Defensa to Copa Sud title
Defensa y Justicia won their first continental title on Saturday after a comprehensive 3-0 win over Lanus secured them the Copa Sudamericana.
Zubeldia-Crespo coaching duel the main attraction in Copa Sudamericana final
Luis Zubeldia (Lanus) & Hernan Crespo (Defensa y Justicia) are both top young coaches. Saturday they meet in the Copa Sudamericana final.
River tactics return first-leg Copa semis win
River Plate took the first leg of the all-Argentina Copa Libertadores semifinal against Lanus, forcing Lanus to play on the defensive throughout.
River Plate, Barcelona host Copa semis
The Copa Libertadores has reached the semifinal stage, as River Plate host Lanus on Tuesday, followed by Barcelona S.C. hosting Gremio on Wednesday.
Copa Libertadores heads into quarterfinals
The Copa Libertadores quarterfinals are dominated by Argentine and Brazilian sides, but the other two clubs involved could surprise the favourites.
Man of the match presented with BBQ
Lanus forward Lautaro Acosta ended up taking the "man of the match" honours as his side ran out 3-0 winners.
Atlanta United completes Almiron transfer
Lanus midfielder Miguel Almiron's transfer to Atlanta United is "95 percent done" and will cost the MLS expansion club around $8 million, sources say.
Tevez says he may retire in December
Saying that he is tired of all the drama in the Argentina league, Carlos Tevez has threatened to retire in December.
Paraguay's Gomez seals move to AC Milan
AC Milan have completed the signing of Paraguay defender Gustavo Gomez from Argentinian side Lanus.
Moran: Zubeldia at home with Santos
As a firm believer in giving youth a chance, new Santos Laguna head coach Luis Zubeldia should feel right at home in Torreon, writes Nayib Moran.
Timbers sign Lanus forward Melano
The Portland Timbers agreed to a deal with Argentine forward Lucas Melano from Argentine first-division side Lanus.
2021 Prim A Table
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colón (Santa Fe) | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | +12 | 20 |
| River Plate | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | +8 | 15 |
| Estudiantes de La Plata | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | +5 | 15 |
| Racing Club | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | +1 | 15 |
| San Lorenzo | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 14 |
| Central Córdoba (Santiago del Estero) | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | +2 | 13 |
| Banfield | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | +1 | 13 |
| Rosario Central | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | -2 | 12 |
| Argentinos Juniors | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | -1 | 11 |
| Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | -5 | 11 |
| Aldosivi | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | -2 | 8 |
| Platense | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | -7 | 8 |
| Arsenal de Sarandí | 9 | 1 | 2 | 6 | -12 | 5 |
2021 Team LeadersArgentine Liga Profesional de Fútbol
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsArgentine Liga Profesional de Fútbol
Goal Difference4Tied-5th
Goals Scored15Tied-2nd
Assists811th
Goals Conceded1114th