Platense parts ways with coach Walter Zunino ahead of crucial Copa Libertadores clash

Platense, the Argentine club set to compete against Coquimbo Unido in the Copa Libertadores next week, finds itself without a head coach following the mutual departure of Walter Zunino. The decision comes after a prolonged period of poor results in the domestic league.

Zunino, 44, took charge in November 2025 and managed 28 matches. His tenure concluded after a string of 13 winless games in the local tournament, a streak that ultimately led to his exit. His overall record with Platense included seven victories, ten draws, and eleven defeats.

The team's most recent match under Zunino's leadership was a significant 0-4 home loss to Talleres, a team managed by Jorge Sampaoli. This result marked the final game of his coaching spell.

Platense now faces a challenging schedule without a designated interim coach. The upcoming fixtures include a league match against Independiente, the crucial Copa Libertadores tie against Coquimbo Unido on August 12th, and another league game against Boca Juniors on August 16th. The club has yet to announce who will lead the team through these critical upcoming matches.