The champion Penarol debuted this Saturday at the Opening Tournament Uruguayan with a 1-0 loss to Phoenixwhich incidentally climbed to the top and incidentally to the Relegation Table, which adds the points of the current season to those of the past.
Gonzalo Vega he scored the only goal in the 82nd minute in a match that at times was played in heavy rain.
The striker, who plays on loan from Nationaltook advantage of a rebound from Brazilian goalkeeper Neto Volpi to secure the three points for those led by Ignacio Pallas.
Before the end of the first half Penarol missed the chance to take advantage when young striker Agustín Álvarez Martínez missed a penalty.
The first part had been dominated by Peñarol.
Montevideo City Torque and Cerro Largo They tied 1-1 with goals from Sebastián Guerrero for the locals and Christian Tizón for the visitors.
Later, on their return to the First Division after playing last season in the Second Division, Defensor Sporting will host Liverpool.
On Sunday annuitants will visit Albion, Boston River will face Plaza Colonia and Nacional will host Deportivo Maldonado.
River Plate will be measured on Monday with Montevideo Wanderers, while Cerrito and Danubio will close the date on Tuesday.
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