This Sunday, the Libertadores de América stadium will be the scene of an exciting match between River Plate and Independiente, corresponding to matchday 13 of the 2024 Professional Football League. This classic of Argentine soccer promises to be a vibrant duel, with both teams looking to consolidate their positions in the table and improve their recent performances.
River Platemanaged by Marcelo Gallardo, comes into this match with a streak of four consecutive draws, which has generated some concern among its supporters. These results have distanced the team from the top of the championship, placing it in eleventh position with 17 points, the result of four wins, five draws and three losses.
The last draw, a 0-0 against Newell’s Old Boys at the Monumental, left a bitter taste in the mouth, as the team failed to capitalise on its opportunities and showed some flaws in its attacking play. Gallardo, known for his ability to motivate and restructure his teams, has worked hard during the week to correct the errors and prepare his players for the challenge in Avellaneda.
It is expected that “El Muñeco” will make at least one change to the starting lineup compared to the last match, seeking to give the team greater solidity and creativity. Despite recent difficulties, Gallardo trusts in the quality and commitment of his players to turn the situation around and return to winning ways.
On the other hand, Independiente comes into this match on a roll. Under the technical direction of Julio Vaccari, the “Rojo” has shown a notable improvement in its performance, accumulating five games without knowing defeat.
Currently, Independiente is in nineteenth position with 15 points, the result of three wins, six draws and three losses. Although the position in the table does not fully reflect the team’s good moment, Independiente fans are hopeful that this positive streak will continue and allow them to climb positions.
Challenge
The last meeting between these two teams in Avellaneda ended in a 1-1 draw, a result that left both teams wanting more. This Sunday, both teams will be looking for a victory to improve their respective situations in the table and, in the case of Riverso as to keep up with the championship leaders.
The match will be refereed by Yael Falcón Pérez and will be played at 5:00 p.m., with live broadcast on TNT Sports. Fans will be able to follow minute-by-minute and real-time statistics through various digital platforms, which guarantees complete coverage of this highly anticipated classic.
