MAR DEL PLATA, Argentina (Interstat) — Aldosivi defeated Independiente Rivadavia 3-1 on Saturday in a Primera Nacional match at Estadio José María Minella. Justo Giani opened the scoring in the 3rd minute for the hosts, with Agustín Palavecino and Tobías Cervera adding second-half goals. Álex Arce scored a late consolation for the visitors. The result defied pre-game projections, as statistical models heavily favored Independiente Rivadavia. Aldosivi begins its season with a victory, while Independiente Rivadavia starts with a loss.