In a tense match on the night in Florencio Varela, coach Mariano Soso of Defensa y Justicia was expelled after an incident involving his player Rubén Botta, who reacted violently during a confrontation with Unión players. This red card left Defensa y Justicia without their coach during a crucial segment of the game, which was still delicately poised before the escalation of events.

The incident started with an infringement by Juan Ludueña on Juan Manuel Gutiérrez, which provoked a furious response from Botta. His aggression led to a scuffle that resulted in his ejection from the match, a major setback considering the competitive nature of the ongoing Torneo Apertura. As the dynamics of the game shifted with a man down, many anticipated a challenging second half for Defensa y Justicia.

Despite the adversarial circumstances, the team rallied to maintain their composure and executed a strategic game that allowed them to score two goals, securing a 2-0 victory over Unión. This match not only underscores the resilience of Defensa y Justicia but also highlights the challenges Soso faces as a coach, with discipline issues affecting his team's performance in the league.