Sarmiento Junin vs Belgrano Cordoba: Away Fans Return
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Sarmiento Junin face Belgrano Cordoba in Round 9 of the Liga Profesional Argentina Clausura on Sunday, 13 September 2026. The fixture pits a high-scoring home side against the reigning Apertura champions, creating a pivotal matchup in the race for playoff positions.
Form Guide and Recent Results
Sarmiento enter the weekend sitting second in Zona B with 15 points from eight matches. They boast the most potent attack in the tournament so far, having netted 15 goals, and carry momentum from a commanding 2-0 victory over Estudiantes de Río Cuarto in their previous outing.
Belgrano currently occupy fifth place on 12 points, recording three wins, three draws, and two defeats. The Cordoba outfit come into this tie following a dramatic 1-1 draw with Huracán. That match ended in frustration for the reigning Apertura champions, as striker Lucas Passerini struck the crossbar with a final-second penalty, denying them a crucial three points.
The Impact of Visiting Supporters
A significant storyline for this Clausura clash is the presence of away fans. In an ongoing trial for Argentine football, Belgrano have been allocated 3,500 tickets for their travelling support. This rare addition of a vocal visiting section guarantees an intense, authentic atmosphere as the two clubs battle for crucial group-stage points.
Key Battle: Attacking Might and Recent History
While Sarmiento currently hold the scoring advantage in the Clausura, recent head-to-head history favours the visitors. Belgrano secured a resounding 4-0 victory when the clubs met during the Apertura campaign earlier this year.
To repeat that success, Belgrano's defence will need to remain disciplined. Against Huracán, they survived a major scare when a defensive mix-up led to a Palazzo own goal, only for VAR to rule it out for handball. Sarmiento's prolific forward line will eagerly exploit any similar lapses in concentration.
A victory on Sunday would allow Belgrano to draw level on 15 points with Sarmiento and solidify their own playoff credentials before returning home to face Estudiantes de Río Cuarto. Conversely, a home win for Sarmiento would consolidate their grip on the upper echelons of Zona B.

