Match Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Location: Estadio Monumental de Núñez, Buenos Aires, Arg
On Tuesday, October 29, 2024, in the group stage of the Copa Libertadores, River Plate faced Atlético Mineiro in an exciting match that ended in a goalless draw (0-0). The game took place at the iconic Estadio Monumental de Núñez, where, despite both teams creating several attacking opportunities, neither managed to score.
Match Highlights: River Plate vs Atlético MG
First Half:
The match started with River Plate quickly seeking to control the game, attempting crosses from the flanks to find scoring opportunities. In the 25th minute, the River Plate midfielder organized a fast counterattack, but the striker's shot was saved by the Atlético Mineiro goalkeeper. At the 30-minute mark, Argentine forward Hulk from Atlético also made an attempt, with a shot from outside the area that went just wide of the goal.
Second Half:
Upon returning from halftime, both teams made substitutions, with Lanzini coming on for River Plate to bolster their offensive capabilities. In the 70th minute, Atlético Mineiro's defense was tested again, but a header from River Plate was deflected by the backline. In the final minutes, River Plate launched a final attack but failed to score, resulting in a goalless draw.
Current League Standings
After this match, River Plate's situation in the group remains difficult; they need to secure victories in the upcoming matches to ensure qualification. Atlético Mineiro, on the other hand, maintains its unbeaten streak, performing well.
Current Team Standings: River Plate vs Atlético MG
Currently, River Plate occupies third place in the Argentine Championship with 45 points, while Atlético Mineiro is in second place in the Brazilian Championship, accumulating 48 points.
Match Statistics
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Possession: River Plate 58% - 42% Atlético Mineiro
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Goal Attempts: River Plate 15 - 8 Atlético Mineiro
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Shots on Goal: River Plate 6 - 3 Atlético Mineiro
- Fouls Committed: River Plate 12 - 15 Atlético Mineiro
Lineups: River Plate vs Atlético MG
River Plate Lineup:
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Goalkeeper: Armani
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Defenders: Pineda, Milito, Aldrete, Barbosa
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Midfielders: Scarpas, Kok, Galardo
- Forwards: Álvarez, Borja, Romero
Atlético Mineiro Lineup:
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Goalkeeper: Everson
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Defenders: Kilman, Goodman, Alves, López
- Midfielders: Augusto, Oliveira, Deferson
- Forwards: Hulk, Loca, Vinícius
Next Match: River Plate vs Atlético MG
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River Plate: Will face San Lorenzo on November 2.
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Atlético Mineiro: Will play against Flamengo on November 4, competing for the Copa do Brasil title.
