River: while the squad eyes Coudet differently, the president accelerates efforts to buy more players

River Plate experienced a deeply disappointing performance, falling 2-0 to Aldosivi in the Copa Argentina within the first 29 minutes of the match. Coach Eduardo Coudet did not mince words, describing the team's display as a "disgrace" in the post-match press conference. The team exhibited significant defensive fragility and a lack of offensive impact, struggling to gain momentum throughout the first half.

The match, held at the Padre Ernesto Martearena stadium, was further disrupted by external factors. A fire burned in an undeveloped area near the stadium, and strong winds, including the Zonda wind, forced Aldosivi's team to evacuate their hotel. Despite Coudet's attempts to alter the game's course with substitutions before halftime and during the break, a third goal from Aldosivi sealed River's elimination in the Round of 32.

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It was a disgrace. I can't find another word. Beyond respecting all opponents, and that in Argentine football you can lose to anyone, I feel the team didn't transmit what it needs to transmit on the field. I didn't like anything about it.

"It was a disgrace. I can't find another word. Beyond respecting all opponents, and that in Argentine football you can lose to anyone, I feel the team didn't transmit what it needs to transmit on the field. I didn't like anything about it," Coudet stated. His strong criticism was followed by a more significant comment when questioned about the club's decision to part ways with several players: "It was the club's decision."

This statement has fueled speculation about a potential disconnect between Coudet and the club's management. While it's acknowledged that Coudet was not planning to retain many players, the club's president, Stefano Di Carlo, and technical secretary, Enzo Francescoli, reportedly decided that a group of players would train separately. This situation has reportedly caused some players to view Coudet differently. Adding to the intrigue, neither the leadership nor Coudet apparently anticipated such a critical question arising immediately after a loss to Aldosivi, a team that had a winless streak in the Apertura and was in a relegation zone.

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It was the club's decision.