The Millionaire’s Quest to Preserve an Edge by Beating River at Núñez
The aspiring top dog in the league wants to guard the cushion he has built. To do so, he must prevail in a clash at Núñez against River, the side that has been nothing short of relentless this season.
River sits at the summit of Binance Tournament 2023, leading the table with 30 points and a healthy goal difference of +17. The tally comes from an impressive run of ten wins and only two losses, underscoring their consistency. As of Sunday the 23rd, the match is set for 8:30 p.m. at Independent in the More monument, a venue that could play a pivotal role in deciding whether River can extend their current streak or if the challenge from the challenger can disrupt it.
The league’s record in date 13 paints a different picture for the Red, who face a starkly contrasting reality. They carry only ten points and have not won since their opening fixture. This dip in form led to a change in leadership: Leandro Stillitano departed, briefly replaced by Pedro Monzón, before Ricardo Zielinski assumed the reins. The new coach faced a tough baptism in the classic, settling for a 1-1 draw that offered glimmers of improvement. Nevertheless, Zielinski acknowledges that rebuilding this squad is a long, ongoing process that requires patience and steady progress.
SUMMARY, GOALS AND VIDEOS
- Damian Perez exits with a red card after a harsh second yellow, a moment that shifted the dynamic on the field.
- The bar came to the Red’s rescue when Aliendro followed up a rebound, only to see the ball strike the post and stay out, denying a crucial equalizer.
- River finds the back of the net as Barco connects from a corner and drives a powerful strike to make it 1-0.
STATISTICS
Source: Goal