Leonardo Ponzio is planning four changes to River's starting lineup for the match against Belgrano this Sunday in Córdoba, a move that reflects the pressure on the team after its 1-1 draw with Sarmiento in Junín.
The result in Junín complicated River's situation in the Torneo Clausura and the annual table, so the changes point to an immediate attempt to steady the team before another difficult away match. River will face one of the main teams in Group B at the Mario Alberto Kempes stadium, with kickoff set for 20.15.
What River is trying to fix
The timing matters. River arrives at this match needing a response, and Ponzio's decision to adjust the starting eleven suggests he is looking for a quicker reset rather than waiting for the same group to find its rhythm.
At this stage, the main focus is not just the opponent, but how River can improve its balance after the draw in Junín. The four changes show that the coaching staff sees this as a key moment in the Clausura and in the broader race on the annual table.
Belgrano vs River Plate details
Belgrano vs River Plate is scheduled for this Sunday at 20.15 in Córdoba, with River taking on Belgrano at the Mario Alberto Kempes. The matchup now carries added weight because of the way River's last result shaped its position in the competition.
With the team under pressure and the lineup set to be altered, the match becomes an early test of whether Ponzio's changes can help River recover quickly on the road.
