In the context of the classic of matchday 8 of the 2025 Apertura Tournament, San Lorenzo and Racing staged an intense match at the Nuevo Gasómetro that was filled with emotions and controversies. With a partial lead of 2-1 in favor of the visitors, Racing claimed a penalty for an alleged foul by Romagna on Matías Zaracho, which referee Facundo Tello decided not to award.
In the official broadcast, it was observed how the offensive midfielder of Gustavo Costas' team entered the rival area with the ball controlled and, while trying to advance, apparently received a collision from the San Lorenzo player. This action generated an intense debate both on the field and among the fans of both teams, who widely commented on the play.
The referee's decision not to signal the alleged foul provoked mixed reactions among Racing supporters, who believed the play deserved to be penalized. On the other hand, San Lorenzo fans celebrated the referee's determination and highlighted their team's performance in such a contested and emotion-filled match.
Beyond the refereeing controversy, the match between San Lorenzo and Racing remained intense until the end, with both teams demonstrating a high level of play and leaving everything on the pitch. With this victory, the visiting team took away three important points on their path in the Apertura Tournament, while San Lorenzo will continue to work to recover in the upcoming matchdays.
