Sabalero will host Millonario at the Brigadier López Stadium for the ninth date of Zone A, a fixture that promises tension as the season tightens. The venue has long been a stage for decisive moments, and this clash is expected to shape the standings and morale for both clubs in a pivotal stretch of the campaign.
Colon faces River Plate in a match set for the ninth date of Zone A of the 2023 League Cup. With the Brigadier General López Stadium serving as the battleground, Millonario aims to reclaim top spot in the group, while the opponent must collect points to ease concerns about their position and avoid slipping further toward the relegation fight as the date unfolds.
Sabalero arrived at this round after a 2-1 defeat to Barracas Central, leaving them level on points with Huracán and Gimnasia in the danger zone. Beyond the fragile safety margin, the Santa Fe side is also pursuing a knockout-stage finish in the competition, making every remaining match a must-win scenario. The tension around their campaign is underscored by the need to balance league survival with the ambition of advancing in the cup, a combination that can define a season in a league known for its unpredictable twists.
Millonario, on the other hand, comes into the game buoyed by a 1-0 victory over Talleres, riding a small wave of momentum. Although the date began with them perched at the top of the regional table, Independiente’s victory over Barracas Central yesterday reshuffled the pecking order, pushing River Plate to respond decisively and maintain leadership as the schedule progresses. The match at hand is presented as a critical test of consistency for Martín’s squad, one that could reaffirm their status at the summit or invite a new round of scrutiny.
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COURSE
COLON
Ignacio Chicco; Eric Meza, Paolo Goltz, Facundo Garcés, Emanuel Más; Favio Álvarez, Stefano Moreyra, Tomás Galván; Rubén Botta, Ramón Ábila and Damián Batallini. DT: Nestor Gorosito.
RIVER PLATE
Ezequiel Centurion; Andrés Herrera, Leandro González Pirez, David Martínez, Milton Casco; Enzo Pérez, Agustín Palavecino; Manuel Lanzini, Nacho Fernández, Esequiel Barco; Miguel Borja. DT: Martín Demichelis.
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Note: All context is based on official fixtures and recent form as reported by organizers and credible outlets covering Argentine football.