Racing Club struggled as hosts against River Plate, who managed to clinch the match during the 14th round with a critical goal. Facundo Colidio found the net in the 33rd minute of the first half, sealing the fate of the game.
Colidio’s excellent performance earned him the title of the match’s best player. The River Plate midfielder not only scored but also completed 14 accurate passes and took three shots on target.
Defensively, Germán Pezzella was a standout performer, clearing five dangerous balls and contributing significantly to his team’s stability at the back.
Under the management of Gustavo Costas, Racing Club adopted a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Facundo Cambeses in goal; Ezequiel Cannavó, Marco Di Césare, Marcos Rojo, and Agustín García Basso in defense; Bruno Zuculini, Santiago Sosa, Santiago Solari, Adrián Fernández, and Baltasar Rodríguez in midfield; while Adrián Martínez led the attack.
On the other hand, River Plate, directed by Eduardo Coudet, also set up in a 4-5-1 formation, with Santiago Beltrán between the posts; Gonzalo Montiel, Lucas Martínez Quarta, Tobías Ramírez Cardozo, and Marcos Acuña in defense; Aníbal Moreno, Fausto Vera, Facundo Colidio, Tomás Galván, and Ian Subiabre in the midfield; and Sebastián Driussi as their forward.
The match held at the Estadio Presidente Perón was officiated by referee Sebastián Zunino.
Looking forward, Racing Club will travel to face Aldosivi. Meanwhile, River Plate is set to host Boca Juniors in the much-anticipated Superclásico, a match that carries immense significance for both teams and their supporters.
Substitutions for Racing Club
58’ 2T – Baltasar Rodríguez was replaced by Gonzalo Sosa, Santiago Solari came off for Gastón Martirena, and Bruno Zuculini was substituted for Matías Zaracho.
72’ 2T – Adrián Fernández exited for Duván Vergara.
83’ 2T – Ezequiel Cannavó was replaced by Tomás Conechny.
Yellow Cards for Racing Club:
18’ 1T – Baltasar Rodríguez (Unsporting behavior), 47’ 1T – Marcos Rojo (Dissent), 30’ 2T – Marco Di Césare (Holding an opponent), 35’ 2T – Santiago Sosa (Unsporting behavior), 42’ 2T – Matías Zaracho (Unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for River Plate
45’ 2T – Tobías Ramírez Cardozo was substituted for Germán Pezzella.
59’ 2T – Tomás Galván left the pitch for Juan Cruz Meza.
60’ 2T – Ian Subiabre was replaced by Juan Fernando Quintero.
Yellow Cards for River Plate:
7’ 1T – Tobías Ramírez Cardozo (Unsporting behavior), 10’ 2T – Gonzalo Montiel (Unsporting behavior), 37’ 2T – Juan Cruz Meza (Unsporting behavior).