River Plate is gearing up for the draw of the 2026 Copa Sudamericana, the second most important tournament in South America, with six Argentine teams participating this year. Coach Eduardo Coudet shared his thoughts ahead of the draw, emphasizing the need for flexibility concerning potential group pairings and expressing hope to avoid longer travel logistics that come with certain group arrangements.

Coudet highlighted that while the team maintains a positive outlook, there are logistical considerations that can complicate travel depending on the group they are drawn into. He stated, "The ideal would be to have the luck to avoid places that are logistically challenging and require longer travel times," underlining the significance of these factors in team preparedness and performance.

Additionally, the article notes a change in the leadership of the ceremony as Fred Nantes won't conduct the draw due to his departure from Conmebol. Nantes has taken on new roles in football, focusing on managing the Maracanã Stadium and advising the Bolivian Football Federation. This shift marks a new era in Conmebol events, bringing fresh faces to the forefront of South American football competitions.