Uruguay vs. Argentina: Score, Grades and Post-Match Reaction

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Published: October 16, 2013

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A classic night of international football ended with Uruguay downing bitter rivals Argentina 3-2 in Montevideo. The win, however, was not quite enough to send the nation into the World Cup, as Ecuador's superior goal difference means that Uruguay must negotiate a play-off in order to book their place in Brazil.

The three points put Uruguay level with Ecuador on 25 following the last game of the CONMEBOL qualifiers. Ecuador's superior goal difference, however, means that they claim fourth place and the final automatic spot for Brazil 2014. Oscar Tabarez's men will face Jordan in a play-off, to be played on November 14 and 20. 

The Celeste were the only team on Tuesday night playing for something, as a win was vital to keeping alive their hopes of automatic qualification. But it was logical to assume that Argentina, playing against their ancient Rioplatense rivals, would give their all to ruin the evening for Tabarez's men. 

For the second time in a week, the Albiceleste were forced to chase a match from behind. The executioner this time was Cristian Rodriguez. Blissfully unmarked at the far post as a free-kick was deflected into his path, Cebolla took aim and hit the back of the net with a well-hit effort that gave Sergio Romero no chance. 

Stung into action after just six minutes, the Argentina response did not take long to arrive. 

In what was their first real chance of the match, the visitors set up a delightful move for the equaliser. Rodrigo Palacio's cross was chested down by Augusto Fernandez, who made way for the oncoming Maxi Rodriguez to smash past Fernando Muslera and level the proceedings. 



Any goal from the Newell's Old Boys hitman, as revealed by Sam Kelly, usually serves as a good luck charm for the team benefitting from his expertise: 



In a roller-coaster clash, however, the score would not stay level...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - International Football

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