Velez Sarsfield 1–1 Newells Old Boys • Liga Profesional Argentina • Round 9 • 5 May 2026 It finished 1–1 between Velez Sarsfield and Newells Old Boys in Liga Profesional Argentina, with neither side able to find a winner. Velez Sarsfield scored through F. Monzon (56'), while Newells Old Boys replied with a goal from I. Ramirez (62'). It was a physical contest, with 7 yellow cards issued. [MOTM:Juan Ignacio Ramírez:juan-ignacio-ramirez-51560] of Newells Old Boys caught the eye with a 8.2 rating, making him the best player on the pitch. Velez Sarsfield created the majority of chances with 14 attempts but were wasteful in front of goal, managing only 3 on target. Velez Sarsfield dominated the ball, enjoying 61% possession throughout. Velez Sarsfield remain 3rd in Liga Profesional Argentina with 27 points, though they dropped two points in the title race, while newells Old Boys are 12th in Liga Profesional Argentina with 17 points.