Probable Lineups

Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(27) 13 Goals 7 (15)
26.5 Average Age 27.1
179.8 Average Height (cm) 177.7
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Liga Profesional.

Team News

River Plate
Newell's Old Boys
  • Both Miguel Borja and Facundo Colidio returned from long term injury last time out and will be available for selection again here.
  • Claudio Echeverri could return to the lineup ahead of Maxi Mesa for this one with the need of domestic
  • Armando Mendez returned to fitness in the shock cup defeat to Central Cordoba last time out and will be available for selection here.
  • Rodrigo Fernandez also passed a late fitness test and will be available again.
  • Ever Banega remains a longer term injury absentee.

Prediction

  • River Plate's Copa Libertadores success over Talleres has extended their unbeaten run in all competitions ahead of a chance to put their foot down domestically.
  • Marcelo Gallardo's impact on his return to River Plate is already clear and the ability to balance both continental and domestic competitions has regularly been a strength of his.
  • Newell's Old Boys are in dire form with five straight defeats in all competitions and the latest cup exit to Central Cordoba sees confidence at an all-time low.
  • Sebastian Mendez continues to feel the pressure in the Newell's dugout with no sign of an upturn in form anytime soon.
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