Peñarol wins Intermedio title over Nacional on penalties
Peñarol wins Intermedio title over Nacional on penalties
On Sunday, July 6, 2025, Peñarol won the Torneo Intermedio after a 0–0 draw with Nacional at Estadio Centenario, triumphing 5–3 in the penalty shootout.
Penalty shootout details (Peñarol 5–3 Nacional): Peñarol scorers: David Terans, Leonardo Fernández, Leo Coelho, Stiven Muhlethaler, and Leandro Umpiérrez, who delivered the decisive kick.Nacional scorers:
Sebastián Coates, Luciano Boggio, Luis Mejía; Gonzalo Carneiro missed his attempt, saved by Martín Campaña .Key lineups: Peñarol:
Martín Campaña; Pedro Milans, Javier Méndez, Nahuel Herrera (subbed by Leo Coelho in extra time), Maximiliano Olivera; Ignacio Sosa, Eric Remedi (sent off in 119’), Javier Cabrera (replaced by Rodrigo Pérez), Leonardo Fernández, Diego García (swapped for David Terans), Maximiliano Silvera (later replaced by Umpiérrez).
Nacional: Starred Luis Mejía in goal, with defenders including Sebastián Coates, Luciano Boggio, and Gonzalo Carneiro .Match summary:
The match was tightly contested, with few scoring chances; Coates headed close, and Cabrera struck from distance in the first half .In extra time, Mejía made a superb save from Terans, and Olivera wonderfully cleared a one-on-one chance by Villalba in the 119th minute.
Security incident: police officer hit in groin by flareMinutes into the match, a nautical flare thrown from the Colombes stand of Nacional flew into the América stand, striking an undercover police officer in the groin.
The 47-year-old officer was treated on-site and rushed to the Police Hospital.
He underwent surgery to remove a testicle and was admitted in serious condition to intensive care .Another officer suffered a minor arm injury and was released.
The event involved 792 officers, one arrest for disorderly conduct, and an ongoing investigation to identify how the flare was brought into the stadium.
The game was decided by penalties, with Campaña’s save and Umpierrez’s final kick sealing the victory.Final reflection: safety and coexistence in footballUruguay’s clásico is more than just a game: it is a cultural spectacle that stops the nation and ignites unmatched passion.
That passion is the soul of our sport, but it cannot be used as an excuse for violence.
The incidents at Estadio Centenario made it clear that much remains to be done in terms of security and prevention.
The use of flares, thrown objects, and violent acts not only endanger players, staff, and fans but also tarnish what should be a true football celebration.It is time for collective awareness: club officials, players, fans, and authorities must all commit to ensuring that football remains a day of joy, unity, and family-friendly celebration.
A safe stadium is one that is open to all. Let every class be synonymous with excitement and sporting rivalry, but never with violence.