River Plate tightens discipline after win over Independiente before Boca showdown

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The millionaire club leveraged the victory over Independiente to secure a strategic outcome in which two players, already on four yellow cards, would receive a caution that keeps them available for the upcoming clash against Boca. The result matters beyond the scoreboard, signaling a careful balance between earned discipline and the risk of further suspensions as the team advances in a high-stakes schedule.

River Plate delivered a convincing performance against their rival, overcoming Independiente with a clean 2-0 win. As the match neared its conclusion, the club achieved one of its secondary objectives: ensuring that the two players carrying four yellow cards would be warned once again and would reach the suspension date at a favorable moment. This timing comes just before the trip to Atlético Tucumán, a crucial step on the road to the Superclásico. The strategic restraint shown by the coaching staff reflects a broader plan to maintain a full squad for the most decisive fixtures in the calendar.

Enzo Diaz, who picked up a caution in the 67th minute, and Perez, who was booked just as he was being substituted in the 86th minute, will have a respite period that aligns with a demanding sequence of matches. The schedule includes a trip to Fluminense for the Copa Libertadores and then a home date with Boca, a fixture that always carries extra significance for both players and supporters. This handling allows the players to recharge while remaining within the league’s disciplinary framework, ensuring they are ready for pivotal moments later in the season.

With Demichelis at the helm, the team concentrates on containment and strategic rotation, aiming to avoid unnecessary risk at José Fierro while preserving the balance needed for the upcoming challenges. The next steps on the roster highlight Nacho Fernandez, who stands on three accumulated yellow cards, as the next potential checkpoint to monitor. The focus remains clear: manage cautions, protect key personnel, and keep the door open for the strongest squad possible in every critical phase of the campaign.

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