Video: the gesture of Marcelo Gallardo to the referee that resulted in expulsion, in the match between River and Argentinos Juniors
Marcelo Gallardo, the coach of River Plate, was sent off during a match against Argentinos Juniors due to an ironic gesture directed at referee Andrés Merlos.
Marcelo Gallardo vs. Andrés Merlos, round 3: the ironic applause from the coach and the red card in La Paternal
Marcelo Gallardo was shown a red card just before halftime in the match between River Plate and Argentinos Juniors after an ironic applause directed at referee Andrés Merlos.
Marcelo Gallardo and another indication of his bad moment at River: he was sent off for applauding referee Merlos, with whom he had already had a clash
Marcelo Gallardo was sent off during a match for applauding the referee, highlighting ongoing tensions between him and officiating.
What channel is showing River vs. Argentinos Juniors in the 2026 Apertura Tournament today
The match between River Plate and Argentinos Juniors is set to take place on Thursday at 9:15 PM (Argentina time) at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, with referee Andrés Merlos officiating.