Struggling Times for Iconic Clubs in Argentina’s Primera Nacional

The Primera Nacional is entering a crucial phase, with three matchdays remaining to finalize promotion and relegation. Sixteen teams are competing for two promotion spots, while four will drop to a lower division, and another 16 will conclude their season early. This includes several historic clubs that have previously played at higher levels and are now facing potential decline, as reported by TyC Sports.

In Group A, Quilmes is currently in 12th place, managing only two wins in its last ten matches. The three-time Primera División champion is struggling due to financial issues and the resignation of coach Aldo Duscher, which has limited their ability to compete. All Boys, in 13th place, has had a disappointing season as well. Although they have shown slight improvement under coach Aníbal Biggeri, the club has only secured seven wins in 31 games, failing to make the playoffs.

Ferro, sitting in 16th position, finds itself in a precarious situation. With only one win in its last 15 matches, the team has accumulated 32 points, just ahead of Arsenal (31) and Alvarado (29). Once a two-time Primera champion, Ferro is now battling to avoid relegation to the B Metropolitana.

In Group B, Nueva Chicago is currently in 12th place, safe from relegation but without any hope for playoffs, marking another lackluster season. Almirante Brown, in 15th place, has only managed seven wins and hasn’t met expectations, struggling as a traditional lower-division powerhouse.

Colón, champions of the Copa de la Liga in 2021, are experiencing a dramatic decline. They have lost ten consecutive matches, gone through four coaching changes, and faced protests from fans. While they are safe for the moment, their fall from grace has been striking.

Arsenal, once a champion at the continental level and a winner of the Primera title, now faces the alarming possibility of relegation to the B Metropolitana. With 31 points, they are locked in a tense fight with Ferro, Alvarado, and Güemes to avoid another drop, highlighting how quickly fortunes can shift.