River Plate seeks to rebound against Rosario Central after two opening losses

River Plate is in a precarious position in the 2026 Clausura Tournament, sitting at the bottom of Group B after losing their opening two matches. The team suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Barracas Central, with the goal scored by Gonzalo Morales, who was later removed from the squad due to a gender violence allegation. Their subsequent match against Gimnasia de La Plata also ended in a 1-0 loss at the Monumental stadium.

Coach Eduardo 'Chacho' Coudet faces his former club, Rosario Central, in a crucial match. River Plate's struggles highlight a need for a turnaround in their domestic campaign. The team's performance so far has been a significant disappointment for their fans.

Rosario Central, meanwhile, occupies eleventh place in the league standings with a single point earned from a goalless draw against Racing. The team is balancing their league commitments with the Copa Libertadores, where they are set to face Corinthians in the round of 16. Their ambition extends to qualifying for the 2027 Copa Libertadores, which requires winning a local title or securing the best position in the annual standings.

Betting markets indicate River Plate as the favorite to win Sunday's encounter. Odds suggest a higher likelihood of a River Plate victory, with Rosario Central's chances of winning appearing less probable. The draw is also considered a plausible outcome, with odds reflecting its possibility.