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Independiente vs. Platense: Live coverage, lineups, and how to watch the Clausura match
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Independiente vs. Platense: Live coverage, lineups, and how to watch the Clausura match

From Clarín · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Independiente will host Platense in the fourth round of the Torneo Clausura 2026.
  • The match is scheduled for 9:30 PM at the Libertadores de América Ricardo Enrique Bochini stadium.
  • Independiente aims to return to winning ways to stay near the top of Zone B, while Platense seeks an away victory.

Independiente is set to host Platense tonight at 9:30 PM in the Estadio Libertadores de América Ricardo Enrique Bochini for the fourth matchday of the 2026 Torneo Clausura. The home team, known as 'El Rojo,' is looking to secure a victory in front of their supporters to maintain their position among the leaders in Zone B.

Platense, 'El Calamar,' will be aiming to cause an upset on the road and collect crucial points in this encounter. The referee for the match will be Nicolás Ramírez, with Gastón Monsón overseeing the VAR.

Independiente's potential lineup includes Rodrigo Rey in goal, with Santiago Arias or Leo Godoy, Juan Fedorco, Sebastián Valdéz, and Facundo Zabala forming the defense. The midfield is expected to feature Mateo Pérez Curci and Iván Marcone, with Maxi Gutiérrez, Santiago Montiel, and Matías Abaldo providing attacking support, and Gabriel Ávalos leading the line. Gustavo Quinteros is the head coach.

Platense's probable starting eleven consists of Juan Pablo Cozzani in goal, supported by Tomás Silva, Ignacio Vázquez, Víctor Cuesta, and Juan Ignacio Saborido or Agustín Lagos in defense. The midfield will likely comprise Iván Gómez and Martín Barrios, with Guido Mainero, Nicolás Retamar, and Franco Zapiola in attacking roles, and Leonardo Heredia as the striker. Martín Palermo manages the Platense squad.

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Originally published by Clarín in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.