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Peñarol Beat Cerro as Jaime Strikes and Pezzella Error Proves Costly

By Hugo Brennan

Peñarol Beat Cerro as Jaime Strikes and Pezzella Error Proves Costly

In Montevideo’s Clausura race, Peñarol found a decisive contribution from two figures with River Plate connections, taking a victory that moved Diego Aguirre’s side closer to the leading positions.

River links help Peñarol’s push

The Manya’s win carried added interest for followers of the Argentine game, with two former River Plate names playing important roles in the result. Their influence helped Peñarol maintain momentum in the Uruguayan championship as the contest at the top tightens.

  • Peñarol earned a victory in the Uruguayan Clausura.
  • Two players with a past at River Plate were central to the performance.
  • The result left Diego Aguirre’s team within reach of the summit.

Jaime supplies the standout moment

Jaime delivered the afternoon’s most memorable action, scoring a spectacular goal for Peñarol. His finish became the defining image of a result that keeps the Montevideo club firmly involved in the Clausura chase.