Vélez Faces River in Torneo Clausura Live Preview
River Plate is set to face Vélez Sarsfield in a crucial match that could shape their future in the upcoming 2026 Copa Libertadores. This match will take place on Sunday at 5 PM at the Estadio José Amalfitani in Liniers.
Match Importance
This encounter is vital for River Plate, who have suffered from poor form recently. After losing 2-0 to Boca Juniors in the Superclásico, River is desperate for a win. With only one victory in their last eleven matches across all competitions, their chances of participating in the Copa Libertadores hinge on this game.
What River Needs
- River must win against Vélez.
- They also depend on Argentinos Juniors losing to Estudiantes.
- Alternatively, River can qualify by winning the Torneo Clausura.
Team Line-ups
Both teams have confirmed their line-ups for the match.
Vélez Sarsfield Line-up
- Goalkeeper: Tomás Marchiori
- Defenders: Jano Gordón, Thiago Silvero, Aarón Quirós, Tomás Cavanagh
- Midfielders: Agustín Bouzat, Rodrigo Aliendro, Maher Carrizo, Manuel Lanzini
- Forwards: Tomás Galván, Dilan Godoy
Coach: Guillermo Barros Schelotto
River Plate Line-up
- Goalkeeper: Franco Armani
- Defenders: Fabricio Bustos, Juan Carlos Portillo, Lautaro Rivero, Milton Casco
- Midfielders: Giuliano Galoppo, Enzo Pérez, Santiago Lencina, Juan Fernando Quintero
- Forwards: Sebastián Driussi, Maximiliano Salas
Coach: Marcelo Gallardo
Match Details
The match will be officiated by referee Leandro Rey Hilfer. It will be broadcast live on TNT Sports. This final fixture of the Torneo Clausura is expected to draw significant attention as both teams look to secure important points.
With high stakes on the line, fans can anticipate an intense and potentially decisive match as River seeks to reverse their recent fortunes against a competitive Vélez side.
