Barracas Central faced a tough challenge at home against River Plate, who emerged victorious in the first match of the season with a crucial goal. Gonzalo Montiel scored in the 58th minute, sealing the fate of the contest.
Montiel’s standout performance earned him the title of the best player of the match. The River Plate defender was instrumental, not only for netting the lone goal but also for effectively clearing two dangerous balls out of his area.
Another critical player for River Plate at the Estadio Claudio Chiqui Tapia was Juan Fernando Quintero. The midfielder excelled against Barracas Central, completing 57 successful passes and shooting four times on target.
Barracas Central’s coach, Rubén Insúa, set up his team in a 5-3-2 formation featuring Marcelo Miño in goal; Rafael Barrios, Nicolás Capraro, Fernando Tobio, Gastón Campi, and Rodrigo Insúa in defense; Iván Tapia, Dardo Miloc, and Tomás Porra in midfield; and Facundo Bruera with Gonzalo Morales in attack.
Meanwhile, Marcelo Gallardo’s side deployed a 4-4-2 strategy with Santiago Beltrán guarding the net; Gonzalo Montiel, Lucas Martínez Quarta, Lautaro Rivero, and Matías Viña in defense; Fausto Vera, Aníbal Moreno, Tomás Galván, and Juan Fernando Quintero in the midfield; and Sebastián Driussi along with Facundo Colidio leading the frontline.
The match at the Estadio Claudio Chiqui Tapia was officiated by referee Nicolás Ramírez.
Looking ahead, Barracas Central will visit Aldosivi for the next match, while River Plate will face Gimnasia at home.
Changes for Barracas Central
70’ 2T – Rafael Barrios was substituted by Maximiliano Puig, Dardo Miloc was replaced by Iván Guaraz, and Tomás Porra came off for Manuel Duarte.
81’ 2T – Iván Tapia was substituted by Enzo Taborda and Fernando Tobio was replaced by Yonatthan Rak.
Bookings for Barracas Central:
32’ 1T Dardo Miloc (unsporting behavior) and 43’ 2T Facundo Bruera (unsporting behavior).
Changes for River Plate
59’ 2T – Fausto Vera was replaced by Giuliano Galoppo.
60’ 2T – Facundo Colidio came off for Ian Subiabre.
75’ 2T – Tomás Galván was substituted by Santiago Lencina and Juan Fernando Quintero was replaced by Maximiliano Salas.
Bookings for River Plate:
30’ 2T Matías Viña (unsporting behavior) and 50’ 2T Giuliano Galoppo (unsporting behavior).