Club Atlético River Plate stumbles after loss to Aldosivi
Club Atlético River Plate suffered an unexpected defeat against Aldosivi in the Copa Argentina, and coach Marcelo Coudet called the performance "a flop." The early exit and lack of fluidity left a worrying image at the start of the semester.
What happened in the match?
The Salta side was eliminated from the Copa Argentina quickly, and the defence showed serious vulnerabilities. Santiago Beltrán, rated 4, faced all shots on target and his only save resulted in Aldosivi's third goal. Giovanni González, in his official debut, earned 2 and was criticized for his lack of reaction on the second goal, as well as an almost non‑existent offensive contribution.
Why does the performance of key players raise concerns?
Captain Lucas Martínez Quarta, with 2 points, was described as the worst player on the field, arriving late to crosses and failing to connect with his marker. Lautaro Rivero, with 3, regained some aggression but lost central positioning on the second goal. Marcos Acuña, with 4, barely contributed in attack and was largely uninvolved, while Juan Cruz Meza earned 3 for his lack of offensive and defensive presence.
What does this mean for the team's future?
Aníbal Moreno and Fausto Vera, both with 3, failed to generate ball circulation, which fell on the team's overall rhythm. Tomás Galván and Facundo Colidio, also with 3, showed little initiative and did not add spice to the game. Only Rafael Santos Borré, with 4, maintained his usual level, offering opportunism and effort that prevented a lower rating.
How is the coaching staff reacting?
Coudet, visibly frustrated, said River's performance was "a flop" and that the lack of cohesion in midfield and defence are the main issues to fix. The coach warned that, if the players' presence in both areas does not improve, their spot in the starting eleven will be at risk.
What steps will be taken to reverse the trend?
River Plate's next challenge will be to refocus its offensive and defensive strategy, paying special attention to recovery speed and passing accuracy. Fan pressure and club expectations demand a swift response, and the players with low ratings must work intensively in training to regain confidence.
