The challenges of the new River of Gallardo: recover Maxi Salas and find a place for Kendry Páez
Maxi Salas is set to reclaim his starting position for River Plate following Sebastián Driussi's injury, aiming to return to form after a disappointing end to 2025.
River and the drought of its forwards: the numbers that worry Gallardo despite the good start in the Apertura Tournament
River Plate has made a strong start in the 2026 season, but the team's struggle with scoring goals, especially due to an injury to forward Sebastián Driussi, raises concerns for coach Gallardo.
River and a Problem: the three main forwards are not scoring and Driussi is injured again
River Plate is facing issues with its main forwards not scoring, and the team has not shown signs of acquiring another striker amidst Driussi's recurring injuries.