River Struggles at Monumental Stadium Amid Key Player Absences and Continues Winless Streak
River Plate experienced a disappointing defeat against Sarmiento, losing 1-0 at the Monumental Stadium during the ongoing Clausura Tournament. The team struggled significantly due to the absence of key players, leading to a lack of effective performance and dissatisfaction among fans.
Match Overview
The match marked Round 12 of the tournament and was characterized by River Plate’s inability to respond to Sarmiento’s early pressure. Prior to kick-off, a minute of silence was observed in memory of Miguel Ángel Russo, a respected figure in football.
Key Moments
- Goal Scorer: Iván Morales scored the only goal, taking advantage of a defensive lapse from River’s goalkeeper, Franco Armani.
- Debut: Thiago Acosta made his first start for River, having previously featured as a substitute.
- Close Calls: In the second half, River Plate came close to equalizing with a shot that hit the crossbar by Paulo Díaz.
- Disallowed Goal: An attempt by Miguel Borja was ruled offside, denying River a potential late equalizer.
Next Matches
Following this loss, River will face Talleres in Córdoba while Sarmiento prepares to host Vélez in Junín. The upcoming matches are crucial for both teams as they seek to improve their standings.
This match highlighted River Plate’s ongoing winless streak and underlined the impact of missing key players during critical fixtures.
