Buenos Aires, Argentina – Godoy Cruz and Defensores de Belgrano played to a 1-1 draw on Friday, February 22, 2026, in a Primera Nacional contest at Estadio Juan Pasquale. The result leaves Godoy Cruz still searching for their first win of the season, while Defensores de Belgrano continue their unbeaten start.
Both teams entered the match following opening-week draws. Godoy Cruz tied Ciudad de Bolívar 1-1, while Defensores de Belgrano secured a similar result against Deportivo Morón. The early stages of the match favored the home side, as Defensores de Belgrano struck quickly.
Just one minute into the game, Enzo González headed home a cross from Ezequiel Aguirre, giving Defensores de Belgrano an immediate lead. The quick goal position early pressure on Godoy Cruz to respond and they did just that, though not immediately.
Godoy Cruz quickly attempted to level the score, with Matías Ramírez creating a couple of early chances. Ramírez first fired a shot from distance that narrowly missed the target, followed by a header that lacked precision. The visitors’ persistence paid off in the 30th minute when Tomás Pozzo unleashed a powerful left-footed strike from outside the box, leaving the Defensores de Belgrano goalkeeper with no chance. The goal brought the score level at 1-1.
The second half saw Godoy Cruz come close to taking the lead. Martín Pino’s header forced a save from the Defensores de Belgrano goalkeeper, sending the ball just wide of the post for a corner.
As the match progressed, Defensores de Belgrano gained more control of possession and applied pressure on the Godoy Cruz defense. However, they lacked the cutting edge to create clear-cut scoring opportunities. The game ultimately ended in a 1-1 draw, leaving both teams with two points from their first two matches in the Primera Nacional.
Godoy Cruz will return to action next against Deportivo Madryn, scheduled for Sunday at 5:00 PM local time at Estadio Feliciano Gambarte. Before that, they face Deportivo Morón in the round of 32 of the Copa Argentina on Wednesday. This Copa Argentina match provides a quick opportunity for Godoy Cruz to pursue a different kind of success while they navigate the early stages of the Primera Nacional season.
Currently, Defensores de Belgrano sits in 7th place in the Primera Nacional standings, while Godoy Cruz is in 8th. The league is shaping up to be competitive, and every point will be crucial as the season progresses.
For Godoy Cruz, the search for their first win continues. The team will be looking to build on the positive aspects of this draw and translate that into a victory in their upcoming matches. The Copa Argentina clash against Deportivo Morón offers a chance to gain momentum and confidence.
