Match Summary
Deportivo Riestra defeated River Plate 2:0. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2024. Goals were scored by A. Barrionuevo 56′, N. Benegas 90′ (pen.). 3 yellow cards were shown. Deportivo Riestra had 23% possession while River Plate held 77%. Deportivo Riestra had 8 shots (3 on target) compared to 16 (2 on target) for River Plate. Expected goals: Deportivo Riestra 1.66 — River Plate 2.09. Deportivo Riestra made 5 substitutions, River Plate made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Deportivo Riestra and River Plate — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Rodríguez
Penalty
Match Statistics
Deportivo Riestra had 23% possession against River Plate's 77%. Deportivo Riestra registered 8 shots (3 on target) while River Plate managed 16 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 1–3. Fouls committed: 13–17.
Lineups
Deportivo Riestra lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under C. Fabbiani, while River Plate deployed a 4-1-3-2 under M. Demichelis.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Deportivo Riestra is 6.79, compared to 7.02 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. Deportivo Riestra's highest-rated starter is P. Ramírez (6.79), while River Plate's best-rated player is I. Fernández (7.03).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Deportivo Riestra have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by P. Ramírez (1G). River Plate's starters account for 9 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by F. Colidio (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Deportivo Riestra deploy 5 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against River Plate's 4-man backline averaging —. 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
Deportivo Riestra field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus River Plate's 4 rated 7.03. 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
Deportivo Riestra start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for River Plate averaging 7.01. 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
Deportivo Riestra's starters have collected 8 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 Deportivo Riestra's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: P. Ramírez (25), oldest: G. Pereira (31)), while River Plate average 27.2 (youngest: C. Echeverri (19), oldest: I. Fernández (35)). 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
Deportivo Riestra's starters average 28 league appearances each, versus 23 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, Deportivo Riestra have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. River Plate show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Deportivo Riestra and River Plate have met 2 times — Deportivo Riestra won 1, River Plate won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Deportivo Riestra leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (2 for the home side, 1 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 1–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026