The semifinal round of the Argentine Open in Palermo delivered an important result for our team: La Natividad-La Dolfina claimed a 16–14 victory over UAE Polo, earning their place in the final of the world’s most prestigious polo tournament. It was an intense, strategic and tightly contested match, one that highlighted both teams’ competitiveness and the sporting attitude that has defined this season.
With this win, the team remains unbeaten and now prepares to compete for the title — and for the chance to complete the 2025 Triple Crown.
A balanced, high-level match
From the first moments, both sides showed strong concentration and structure. La Natividad-La Dolfina found effective channels of play and built an early advantage, but UAE responded with solid defence and sharp attacking plays, keeping the score close throughout.
By the eighth chukka, UAE had taken the lead 14–13, demonstrating how evenly matched the game had been. At that point, the team regrouped, regained momentum and scored the decisive goals that sealed the 16–14 result.
It was a high-quality match in which all four players displayed discipline, tactical awareness and maturity. UAE also produced an excellent performance, contributing to a fast, engaging and entertaining spectacle for everyone at the ground and those watching from afar.
Keys to the victory
• Composure in decisive moments
In the closing minutes, La Natividad-La Dolfina found the precision and calm needed to execute the plays that made the difference.
• Collective work
The coordination between Jeta and Barto Castagnola, alongside Adolfo Cambiaso father and son, allowed the team to maintain rhythm and adjust to UAE’s tactical changes.
• Offensive connection
Camilo Castagnola finished as the team’s top scorer with 6 goals, while Adolfo Cambiaso (n.) added 4, and the rest of the team contributed at key moments.
One step closer to a historic goal
With this result, La Natividad-La Dolfina returns to the final of the Argentine Open. For Adolfo Cambiaso, it will be his 29th final in this tournament; for the team as a whole, it represents a unique opportunity to crown an exceptional season.
The final will take place this Sunday against the winner of Zone B, approached with the same mindset that has guided the entire year: respect for the opponent, commitment to the sport, and the hope of finishing 2025 in the best possible way.
Match Summary
La Natividad-La Dolfina 16 vs UAE Polo 14
Progression: 3–1, 4–2, 7–4, 8–6, 10–9, 12–11, 13–13, 16–14
Scorers:
• Jeta Castagnola – 6
• Adolfo Cambiaso (n.) – 4
• Adolfo Cambiaso (h.) – 2
• Barto Castagnola – 1
• Penalties – 3
Conclusion
The semifinal delivered an exciting match and marked another important chapter in La Natividad-La Dolfina’s 2025 campaign. We thank all fans, families and supporters who follow the team throughout the season. With humility and focus, the team now turns its attention to Sunday’s final.
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