Match Summary
Club Nacional defeated Cerro 4:0. The match was played in Primera División - Apertura 2026. Goals were scored by Maximiliano Gómez 20′, Maximiliano Gómez 28′ (pen.), Maximiliano Gómez 62′ (pen.), Pável Núñez 88′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Club Nacional made 5 substitutions, Cerro made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Club Nacional and Cerro — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Penalty
Lineups
Club Nacional lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Jorge Bava, while Cerro deployed a 5-3-2 under Alejandro Apud.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Club Nacional is 6.82, compared to — for Cerro. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Club Nacional's highest-rated starter is Luis Mejía (7.52), while Cerro's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Club Nacional have contributed 6 goals and 1 assists this season, led by Maximiliano Gómez (3G). Cerro's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Club Nacional deploy 4 defenders rated 6.84 on average, against Cerro's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Club Nacional field 4 midfielders averaging 6.61, versus Cerro's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Club Nacional start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.83, compared to 1 for Cerro averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 69% for Club Nacional and —% for Cerro. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Club Nacional's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Cerro. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Club Nacional's starting XI is 26.9 (youngest: Agustín Dos Santos (17), oldest: Sebastián Coates (35)), while Cerro average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Club Nacional's starters average 5 league appearances each, versus 0 for Cerro. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Jorge Bava
Substitutes
Coach: Alejandro Apud
Rivalry since 2012
Club Nacional vs Cerro Head to Head Results· 26
Club Nacional and Cerro have met 26 times — Club Nacional won 17, Cerro won 4, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Club Nacional leads the head-to-head with 17 victories from 26 meetings. A combined 70 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.69 per match (49 for the home side, 21 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (42%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 14 games (54%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Club Nacional are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2015.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Club Nacional have recorded 4 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat. Cerro show 1 win, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: Club Nacional or draw
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Club Nacional
1.38
Unibet
Draw
5.02
Pinnacle
Cerro
8.65
1xBet
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026