River Plate Faces Sarmiento with Several Key Players Absent in Torneo Clausura Matchday 12
River Plate faces Sarmiento in a crucial match for the Torneo Clausura. Set for October 12, the game will kick off at 19:15 at the Estadio Monumental. The match is part of Matchday 12 in Zone A of the league.
Key Match Details
- Fixture: River Plate vs. Sarmiento
- Date: October 12, 2025
- Time: 19:15 (local time)
- Location: Estadio Monumental, Buenos Aires
- Referee: Sebastián Zunino
- Broadcast: TNT Sports Premium
River Plate’s Current Form
River Plate is struggling with recent form in the Torneo Clausura, having lost three consecutive matches. Their last victory came in Matchday 8 against Estudiantes de La Plata. Subsequently, they suffered a 2-1 defeat against Rosario Central and dropped to fourth place in Zone B.
Standings Update
Currently, River Plate sits in third place on the annual table with 49 points, just one point ahead of Argentinos Juniors. A win against Sarmiento is essential for River to regain momentum in the league.
Player Availability
Head coach Marcelo Gallardo faces significant challenges due to the absence of key players. Six squad members are on international duty for FIFA commitments, and others are injured or suspended.
Notable Absences
- Juan Portillo (suspended)
- Enzo Pérez (injured)
- Ian Subiabre (U-20 World Cup)
- Juan Fernando Quintero, Kevin Castaño, Matías Galarza (international duty)
Team Formation Changes
Due to the high number of absences, Gallardo is expected to adjust his formation from a 4-3-3 to a more defensive 4-4-2 setup. The changes in the lineup include:
Projected Lineup for River Plate
- Goalkeeper: Franco Armani
- Defenders: Fabricio Bustos, Lucas Martínez Quarta, Paulo Díaz, Milton Casco
- Midfielders: Giuliano Galoppo, Thiago Acosta, Ignacio Fernández
- Forwards: Santiago Lencina, Maximiliano Salas, Facundo Colidio
Fortunately for Gallardo, the disciplinary tribunal has reduced Maximiliano Salas’s suspension, allowing him to return for this match. Additionally, Sebastián Driussi has received medical clearance but may not be played at full capacity right away.
This match is pivotal for River Plate as they look to overcome their recent setbacks and reestablish themselves in the Torneo Clausura.
