In a tense match held in San Luis, River Plate managed to secure a 1-0 victory against Ciudad de Bolívar, a newcomer in the Primera Nacional, to progress in the Copa Argentina. The decisive moment came just minutes before the end when Juanfer Quintero converted a penalty after an infringement in the box on debutant Freitas. This win, albeit narrow, provides River Plate with a chance to redeem themselves after a string of disappointing performances this season.

The match was critical for River, as they were close to suffering another embarrassing exit from the tournament. With only four minutes left on the clock, it seemed like they might be heading to penalties or worse. The victory highlights the ongoing struggles of the team, which, under the leadership of coach Marcelo Gallardo, has not been performing to its historical standards. Fans have expressed their dissatisfaction, particularly with players like Paulo Díaz, who has faced harsh criticism on social media.

Looking ahead, River will face Aldosivi in the next round after they secured a convincing 3-0 victory over San Miguel. The win for River, while important, underscores the need for improvement as they strive to regain the consistency and excellence that has characterized the club historically and to prove their mettle in the knockout format of the Copa Argentina.