Match Highlights
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Esteban Andrada, Monterrey’s goalkeeper, was the standout performer. He made crucial saves in the second half—stopping shots from Franco Mastantuono and Miguel Borja—to preserve the clean sheet.
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River generated most of the attacking pressure, including a headed chance by Paulo Diaz and a late deflected effort from Lucas Martínez Quarta, but couldn't find a breakthrough.
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Monterrey rarely ventured forward, with Sergio Canales and Gerardo Arteaga providing brief flashes of possession, but they remained largely on the back foot.
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Kevin Castaño was sent off late in injury time for a second bookable offence, leaving River to finish the match with 10 players.
Tactical Overview
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River Plate dominated ball possession and territorial control, yet lacked a decisive final pass in the box.
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Monterrey defended resolutely, relying on Andrada’s heroics to shut down River’s pressure-packed attack .
Standings & Next Steps
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With this result, River Plate and Monterrey both sit on four points, but River remain one point behind group leaders Inter Milan, who also have one match left.
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Monterrey now face elimination danger—they must defeat Urawa Red Diamonds in their final Group E game and hope River lose to Inter.
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River Plate, playing with a man down, need at least a draw with Inter to secure progression, although a loss could still see them edge through on goal difference or fair play criteria .
Final Thoughts
In a match largely defined by defensive grit and missed chances, Esteban Andrada proved decisive, locking down Monterrey’s goal and keeping their hopes alive. For River, moments like Díaz's header and Quarta’s effort in the box left them frustrated—especially after going down to 10 men. As both sides prepare for their final group fixtures, the stage is set for a dramatic conclusion to Group E.
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