Veron makes emotional return as Estudiantes win

Estudiantes gave ex-Argentina midfielder Juan Sebastian Veron a winning return on Sunday as they won 1-0 at Quilmes in the Apertura championship.

It was an emotional afternoon for the former Manchester United, Inter and Lazio midfielder, who was playing his first game for 11 years at the club where he was raised.

Veron played a part in the only goal as his long cross was misjudged by goalkeeper Fabian Ramirez, hit the crossbar and was tucked away by Mariano Pavone in the 33rd minute.

"I was very moved by the reception I got from the supporters, I've missed the Argentine public," said Veron, who has spent the last ten years of his career in Europe.

It was also Estudiantes's first game under former Argentina captain Diego Simeone.

Striker Martin Palermo scored twice as defending champions Boca Juniors kicked off with a 3-0 win over Banfield.

Independiente gave 1986 World Cup winner Jorge Burruchaga a winning start as their new coach by trouncing Colon 4-1 away.