River Faces Independiente Rivadavia Live in Copa Argentina Clash

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River Faces Independiente Rivadavia Live in Copa Argentina Clash

In a highly anticipated clash, River Plate faced Independiente Rivadavia in the semifinal of the Copa Argentina at the Mario Alberto Kempes Stadium. This match aimed to determine the final contender for the prestigious cup.

Match Overview

Teams: River Plate vs. Independiente Rivadavia
Date: Friday, October 13, 2023
Stadium: Mario Alberto Kempes, Córdoba
Time: 22:10

First Half Highlights

The first half ended in a stalemate with a score of 0-0. Both teams had their opportunities but failed to break the deadlock. River Plate dominated possession, creating multiple chances.

Key moments included a near goal from Juan Fernando Quintero, whose powerful shot hit the post. River Plate’s Sebastián Driussi left the field due to a hamstring injury, leading to the introduction of Facundo Colidio.

Card and Corner Stats

Yellow Card: Sheyko Studer (Independiente Rivadavia) received a yellow card in the 45th minute.
Corners:
- River Plate: 5 corners
- Independiente Rivadavia: 1 corner

Lineups

Independiente Rivadavia

Goalkeeper: Ezequiel Centurión
Defenders: Mauricio Cardillo, Alejo Osella, Leonard Costa, Sheyko Studer, Luciano Gómez
Midfielders: Maximiliano Amarfil, Tomas Bottari, Matías Fernández
Forwards: Sebastián Villa (Captain), Alex Arce
Coach: Alfredo Berti

River Plate

Goalkeeper: Franco Armani (Captain)
Defenders: Gonzalo Montiel, Lucas Martínez Quarta, Lautaro Rivero, Marcos Acuña
Midfielders: Kevin Castaño, Juan Carlos Portillo, Ignacio Fernández
Forwards: Juan Fernando Quintero, Maximiliano Salas, Sebastián Driussi
Coach: Marcelo Gallardo

Upcoming Opportunities

With the tie at the end of the first half, both teams looked toward the second half, aiming for a place in the final. Argentinos Juniors await the victor, having eliminated Belgrano in the earlier rounds of the tournament.