On matchday nine of the Binance 2023 tournament, River Plate will host Unión at the Monumental, a fixture that puts the Argentine giant back on home soil as they seek to consolidate leadership in the standings. The stadium known for its electric atmosphere will witness a battle between the reigning pace-setter and a Unión side fighting to climb away from the lower half of the table.
River Plate continues its strong run entering this clash after a 2-0 victory over Sarmiento on matchday eight, courtesy of goals from Lucas Beltrán and Agustín Palavecino. Under the guidance of manager Martín Demichelis, the club sits atop the overall table with 18 points, showcasing a balanced blend of attack and organization that has become its hallmark this season.
Unión, meanwhile, arrives chasing consistency. Their latest league outing ended in a 3-1 defeat to Racing, with Yeison Gordillo finding the net for the visitors and Mauro Luna dismissed in the same game. The Tatengue find themselves positioned further down the table, currently standing in the lower region as they look to turn things around with a string of positive results. The clash represents an opportunity to showcase resilience against one of the league leaders.
The Binance Professional League 2023 schedule features fixtures, dates, and results that fans follow closely as the season progresses. Here, fans can find comprehensive coverage of this upcoming game, including team news, tactical insights, and post-match analysis.
At GOAL, readers will find everything they need to know about the match, from lineups to projected tactics and narrative context for both clubs.
WHEN IS?
The meeting is set to unfold on the upcoming matchday, with kickoff times announced closer to game day and adjusted for local television schedules across the region.
HOW TO SEE ON TV
The broadcast of the River Plate versus Unión encounter is available in Argentina and across much of South America through TNT Sports, accessible to subscribers of the Cable TV Soccer Pack. This ensures fans can watch the clash live in high definition, with commentary tailored to the local audience.
TNT Sports
WHO REPORTS AND WHO COMMENTS?
Broadcast and matchday reporting will be handled by designated commentators and analysts, with official match coverage providing score updates, key moments, and postgame reactions.
HOW TO WATCH BY STREAMING
Streaming options include the platforms associated with major cable providers: Cablevision Stream, Play Telecentre, and Direct TV GO. These services support access via PC, Mac, and mobile devices running Android and iOS, ensuring fans can follow the game on the go or from the comfort of home.
FORMATIONS
RIVER PLATE
Lineup details will be confirmed closer to kickoff, with tactical plans likely emphasizing a solid defensive shape and effective use of space in transition.
UNION
Team plans and formation choices will be announced ahead of the match, highlighting the club’s approach to disrupting River Plate’s rhythm and exploiting spaces behind the defense.
Note: All information reflects the latest official announcements and post-match reporting from GOAL and affiliated outlets.