In the seventh round of the Apertura, River Plate hosted Banfield on Thursday, achieving a convincing 3-1 victory at the Estadio Mas Monumental. The home team opened the scoring early with a header from Lucas Martínez Quarta in the 12th minute. However, Banfield managed to equalize just before halftime with a goal in the 44th minute.
Despite the equalizer, River’s determination under Marcelo Gallardo led them to secure the win with two additional goals in the second half, scored by Sebastián Driussi in the 47th minute and Joaquín Freitas in the 57th minute.
Lucas Martínez Quarta drew applause for his precise header from a pass by Ian Subiabre, placing the ball into the right corner of the goal. In the 45th minute of the second half, River had an opportunity to extend their lead, but Ian Subiabre’s shot hit the post.
Sebastián Driussi was undoubtedly the standout player of the match, showcasing his skills by scoring one goal, taking four shots on target, and completing 42 successful passes.
Defensively, Lucas Martínez Quarta made significant contributions, scoring one goal, intercepting three balls, and clearing four dangerous plays from Banfield’s attack.
Coach Marcelo Gallardo employed a 4-3-3 tactical setup, featuring Santiago Beltrán in goal; a backline of Gonzalo Montiel, Lucas Martínez Quarta, Lautaro Rivero, and Facundo González; midfielders Fausto Vera, Aníbal Moreno, and Tomás Galván; and a forward trio of Sebastián Driussi, Joaquín Freitas, and Ian Subiabre.
On the other hand, Banfield, managed by Pedro Troglio, lined up in a 4-4-2 formation with Facundo Sanguinetti in goal; a defense consisting of Santiago López García, Danilo Arboleda, Sergio Vittor, and Ignacio Abraham; a midfield made up of Lautaro Gómez, Lautaro Villegas, Ignacio Pais Mayan, and Lisandro Piñero; and a forward pair of Mauro Méndez and Tiziano Perrotta.
Hernán Mastrángelo officiated the match at Estadio Mas Monumental.
Looking ahead, River Plate will travel to face Independiente Riv. (M), while Banfield will host Aldosivi in their next fixtures.
Substitutions for River Plate
62’ – Ian Subiabre was replaced by Kendry Páez.
65’ – Joaquín Freitas was substituted for Agustín Ruberto.
75’ – Aníbal Moreno made way for Giuliano Galoppo, and Sebastián Driussi was replaced by Santiago Lencina.
Yellow Cards for River Plate
38’ – Lautaro Rivero received a yellow card for arguing with an opponent.
Substitutions for Banfield
57’ – Lautaro Villegas was substituted by Tomás Adoryan, and Lautaro Gómez was replaced by David Zalazar.
68’ – Sergio Vittor made way for Nicolás Meriano, and Lisandro Piñero was replaced by Neyder Moreno.
76’ – Tiziano Perrotta was substituted for Rodrigo Auzmendi.
Yellow Cards for Banfield
38’ – Mauro Méndez was booked for arguing with an opponent.
40’ – Tomás Adoryan received a yellow card for unsporting behavior.