Vélez Sarsfield secured a crucial victory in the Argentine Apertura by defeating Central Córdoba 1-0 at the José Amalfitani stadium. After suffering two consecutive losses, the club bounced back and showcased a strong performance at home. Joaquín García scored the only goal of the match in the 10th minute with a crossed shot, although the team deserved a wider victory. The performance of goalkeeper Alan Aguerre, who made several key saves, prevented Vélez from extending their lead. With this win, Vélez Sarsfield returns to the top of Zone A with 25 points, ahead of Estudiantes de La Plata and Lanús, their closest rivals. Tobías Andrada, one of the standout players, stated that the team managed the game well and remained confident despite previous losses. This victory is an important boost for the club's aspirations in the tournament, while Central Córdoba faces a tough situation with their third consecutive defeat.