Independiente vs River Plate Live Score and Live Stream

Preview

Independiente took on River Plate in the Round 2 of the Liga Profesional in Argentina on August 9. They played out a 0-0 draw.

The scoreline opened on the 52nd minute when Santiago Montiel converted the chance, tipping the balance in Independiente's favor.

The spotlight turns to the field where the upcoming match sees Independiente and River Plate renew their battle, 6 months after the Liga Profesional Round 1 encounter which River Plate won 2-0. Independiente are in a rough patch, heading into this clash after suffering defeats to Belgrano Cordoba, Gimnasia La Plata and Talleres Cordoba, having failed to win in their last four outings. Focusing on defensive improvements could pave the way for better results, as their backline remains a concern, having conceded goals in each of their last five matches.

After their recent win against San Martin Tucuman, River Plate, by contrast, approach this match with renewed confidence, marking their 4th consecutive unbeaten match. Lately, they’ve shown resilience at the back, as evidenced by three consecutive clean sheets.

This Liga Profesional Round 2 encounter highlights the attacking players who have stood out for Independiente and River Plate throughout the campaign, even in challenging moments. Independiente’s attacking options, under Julio Vaccari’s management, have been bolstered by Gabriel Avalos, the team’s top scorer, and Felipe Loyola, both of whom have contributed crucial goals and assists. In Liga Profesional Round 2, Avalos has been Independiente’s standout scorer with one goal, with Montiel leading their creative tally in the league with one assist. Adding further support are Pablo Galdames, Diego Tarzia and Matias Gimenez Rojas, who have combined to deliver key goals and assists for the team.

Meanwhile, River Plate’s top finisher Facundo Colidio and Miguel Angel Borja have played important roles in ensuring their attack, under the tactical direction of Marcelo Gallardo, remains effective. Colidio has emerged as River Plate’s leading scorer in Liga Profesional Round 2 this season, netting two goals, and continues to shine as their top assist provider, with three goal-creating passes this term. River Plate have also relied on Franco Mastantuono, Sebastian Driussi and Gonzalo Montiel to energize their attack through key shots and passes.

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Line-Ups

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Independiente kicked off the game with Rodrigo Rey, Facundo Zabala, Nicolas Freire, Kevin Lomonaco, Federico Vera who got substituted by Leonardo Godoy on the 80th minute, Luciano Cabral who got substituted by Pablo Galdames on the 75th minute, Rodrigo Fernandez Cedres, Felipe Loyola, Walter Mazzantti who got substituted by Diego Tarzia on the 65th minute, Matias Abaldo who got substituted by Ignacio Pussetto on the 75th minute and Santiago Montiel as starters, with Joaquin Blazquez, Sebastian Valdez, Milton Valenzuela, Franco Paredes, Leonardo Godoy, Pablo Galdames, Ivan Marcone, Lautaro Millan, Ignacio Pussetto, Diego Tarzia, Federico Mancuello and Gabriel Avalos on the bench.

River Plate's starting eleven were Franco Armani, Marcos Acuna, Lautaro Rivero, German Pezzella who got substituted by Sebastian Boselli on the 43rd minute, Gonzalo Montiel, Matias Galarza Fonda who got substituted by Maximiliano Meza on the 77th minute, Enzo Perez who got substituted by Giuliano Galoppo on the 46th minute, Kevin Castano, Santiago Lencina who got substituted by Juan Fernando Quintero on the 46th minute, Miguel Angel Borja and Facundo Colidio who got substituted by Pity Martinez on the 88th minute, with Conan Ledesma, Sebastian Boselli, Fabricio Bustos, Milton Casco, Pity Martinez, Maximiliano Meza, Juan Fernando Quintero, Ian Martin Subiabre, Giuliano Galoppo, Ignacio Fernandez and Bautista Dadin on the bench.

Stats

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• Expected Goals: 0.48 - 0.13
• Ball Possession: 44 - 56
• Big Scoring Chances: 1 - 0
• Total Attempts: 5 - 5
• Shots On Target: 3 - 1
• Blocked Shots: 1 - 2
• Shots in the Box: 2 - 3
• Shots from Outside the Box: 3 - 2
• Woodwork Hits: 0 - 0
• Fouls: 15 - 14
• Corners: 2 - 1
• Throw-Ins: 37 - 27
• Saves: 1 - 3
• Free Kicks: 14 - 15
• Offsides: 6 - 2
• Passes into Final Third: 85 - 94
• Completed Passes in Final Third: 49 - 65
• Touches in Opponent's Box: 12 - 5
• Tackles: 20 - 30
• Completed Tackles: 18 - 18
• Total Crosses: 13 - 6
• Successful Crosses: 2 - 1
• Interceptions: 11 - 10
• Clearances: 11 - 20

Referee showed the yellow card seven times throughout the game. Matias Galarza Fonda, Facundo Zabala, Kevin Lomonaco, Felipe Loyola, Lautaro Rivero, Leonardo Godoy and Rodrigo Fernandez Cedres were the ones to receive it.

Head-to-head

Since April 2023, the teams have clashed five times. River Plate have won three times, while the other two matches ended in a draw. The most recent match between them was on February 8, 2025, in the Round 1 of the Liga Profesional in Argentina, where River Plate secured a 2-0 victory. Across these five head-to-head matches, Independiente have scored one goal, while River Plate have netted eight. So, overall, River Plate have the edge in head-to-head matches against Independiente in their recent history.

Independiente have won zero of their four matches in Liga Profesional Round 2 this season, with two draws and two defeats, scoring three goals at an average of 0.75 per match and conceding five at a rate of 1.25 per match. River Plate have played four matches in Liga Profesional Round 2, with two wins, two draws, and zero losses this season, netting seven goals (1.75 per match) and conceding one (0.25 per match).

Recent Form

Independiente are on a three-game losing streak, including defeats against Belgrano Cordoba, Gimnasia La Plata and Talleres Cordoba in their last three outings, while River Plate played their last match against San Martin Tucuman, which ended in a win. Overall, over their most recent twenty games, Independiente have claimed ten victories, suffered seven defeats, and drawn three times, while in their last twenty matches, River Plate have recorded twelve wins, two losses, and six draws.

Live Standings

As always, Argentina Liga Profesional Round 2's live standings are availble and updated in real time. Independiente hold 29th place with two points after four matches, while River Plate hold 3rd place with eight points after four matches.

Video Highlights

We are adding goal videos and full video highlights of the match between Independiente and River Plate in real time. You can watch the goal by Santiago Montiel as the videos of the goals are added usually minutes after the actual event if there are any official videos available. Full video highlights of Independiente - River Plate are being added as they become available on the official social media channels of the league or the teams.