Racing Club defeated Defensa y Justicia 4-1 in the round of 32 of the Copa Argentina on July 16, 2026.
The match took place at the Centenario Ciudad de Quilmes stadium at 18:45 Argentina time and was broadcast by TyC Sports. Racing's goals were scored by Matko Miljevic at the 3rd minute of the first half, Marcos Rojo from a penalty at the 31st minute of the first half, Santiago Sosa at the 12th minute of the second half and Adrián Martínez at the 41st minute of the second half. Leandro Fernández scored Defensa's goal at the 6th minute of the second half.
Racing played as the home team and secured qualification to the round of 16. Defensa had 51% possession and 14 shots on target, while Racing recorded 49% possession and 12 shots on target. There were no red cards in the match.
The referee was Pablo Dóvalo. Racing started the game with a lineup confirmed by coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda.
