Gimnasia de Jujuy will play against Patronato on Apr. 3 at the 23 de Agosto stadium for the eighth round of Primera Nacional. The match, scheduled for 5:00 p.m., will see Hernán Pellerano’s team aiming to secure a home victory in a game marked by notable storylines off the field.
The selection of Federico Benítez as referee has drawn attention, as he will officiate Gimnasia de Jujuy for the first time as principal referee. Benítez was previously involved as fourth official in a controversial and suspended match against Deportivo Madryn during last year’s playoffs. The officiating team also includes Sebastián Osudar, Mariana Duré, and Francisco Acosta.
Patronato arrives with two familiar faces for local fans. Goalkeeper Alan Sosa returns after having played 51 matches and achieving 21 clean sheets during his time at Gimnasia de Jujuy in the 2023/24 seasons before moving to Tigre. Forward Hernán Rivero also returns, having scored three goals in twenty appearances during his previous stint with the club two years ago.
With pressure mounting to earn points at home and stay competitive near the top of the standings, Gimnasia de Jujuy prepares for an important fixture amid concerns about refereeing decisions and former players returning with their new team.
