Eduardo Coudet departs River Plate after string of losses

Eduardo Coudet has departed from his role as River Plate's coach after a disappointing run of results, culminating in a loss to Rosario Central. Coudet initially took the helm with considerable enthusiasm, expressing his excitement about the "beautiful part" of the work ahead. Club president Stefano Di Carlo had backed the appointment, calling it a "decision made with great joy and enormous conviction" and urging fans to support the new era. However, the initial optimism quickly soured. River Plate lost the Apertura tournament final to Belgrano, and the team's performance in the Clausura and Copa Argentina further eroded confidence. Coudet himself acknowledged the pressure, stating, "River doesn't give you margin or time. You have to win." Despite the mounting pressure and the recent defeat, Coudet reportedly feels he has the strength to continue, with his contract extending until the end of 2027. Following the latest loss, Coudet met with sporting director Enzo Francescoli, who confirmed Coudet's continuation, though the coach was later seen leaving the stadium with a suitcase, appearing somber but offering a brief, circumstantial smile to observers.

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Very happy that this situation has come about. Starting to work. I haven't slept since yesterday. This face won't improve by sleeping. There is work to be done, because we have to train this afternoon. And I am very excited. Now the beautiful part begins.

River Plate's struggles under Coudet have been a complex puzzle. The team's performance declined significantly after the initial positive start, leading to a "deep uncertainty" that overshadowed the club. The coach's inability to resolve the team's "riddle" contributed to the growing concerns among fans and management. The club's consistent attendance at home games, a testament to fan loyalty, has not translated into on-field success under Coudet's leadership. The team's current trajectory suggests a significant challenge ahead to meet the club's aspirations.

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A decision that we made with great joy and enormous conviction. We hope that this new stage brings sporting success. There is a generalized consensus among all of us who make up the club that he is the best for this moment at River. We want to tell the River fan, who fills the stadium for 100 consecutive matches, to accompany this new stage with enthusiasm, because when we were united, River became River again. We invite you to embrace this new process and that together we will put River back in the place we all want.