Match Summary
River Plate defeated Racing Club 2:1. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2022. Goals were scored by M. Rojas 56′ (pen.), M. Borja 80′, M. Borja 90′. 9 yellow cards were shown. Racing Club had 50% possession while River Plate held 50%. Racing Club had 17 shots (9 on target) compared to 12 (6 on target) for River Plate. Racing Club made 5 substitutions, River Plate made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Racing Club and River Plate — 3 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: T. Pochettino
Match Statistics
Racing Club had 50% possession against River Plate's 50%. Racing Club registered 17 shots (9 on target) while River Plate managed 12 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 7–3. Fouls committed: 14–16.
Lineups
Racing Club lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under F. Gago, while River Plate deployed a 4-3-1-2 under M. Gallardo.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Racing Club is —, compared to 6.92 for River Plate. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Racing Club's highest-rated starter is —, while River Plate's best-rated player is F. Armani (7.04).
Defensive Solidity
Racing Club deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against River Plate's 4-man backline averaging 6.81. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Racing Club field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus River Plate's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Racing Club start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for River Plate averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Discipline
Racing Club's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for River Plate. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Racing Club's starting XI is 32.0 (youngest: J. Carbonero (26), oldest: L. Sigali (38)), while River Plate average 38.0 (youngest: M. Casco (37), oldest: F. Armani (39)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Racing Club's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 25 for River Plate. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Racing Club have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats. River Plate show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Racing Club
River Plate
Head to Head
Racing Club and River Plate have met 2 times — Racing Club won 1, River Plate won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (3 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026