River Plate vs Platense: Prediction and odds on the Match on May 21 2025
River Plate will face Platense in a quarter-final game at the Estadio Mâs Monumental. River won their match in the Round of 16 3-0, while Platense defeated Racing Club with a score of 1-0 in a game with a great surprise.
Claim Your Welcome Bonus!River Plate: form and statistics
River Plate played very well in their last game, gaining 65% of the ball, taking 21 shots and pressuring Barracas to just 6 shots. River Plate managed to obtain 2.00 points in each league game and scored 24 goals with only 9 against them. They also hold the highest average passes at their opponents’ goal (65%) and shots during each game (14.71) and Driussi and Colidio are expected to once more take the main positions.
River Plate: Lineup
It is expexted that Gallardo will keep playing in a 4-3-3 formation that he has employed. Franco Armani is backing a defense formed by Montiel, Martínez Quarta, Díaz and Acuña. Driussi, Colidio and Mastantuono are upfront, with Enzo Perez, Fernandez and Castano supplying help in the central part of the team. Montiel as picked up an injury and is in doubt for the game.
� River Plate starting lineup (4-3-3)
Armani – Montiel, Martínez Quarta, Díaz, Acuña – Castaño, Enzo Pérez, Fernandez – Mastantuono, Driussi, Colidio
⛔️ Out: Beltran, Martinez, Ruberto, Rojas (all injured), Montiel (in doubt)
� Head coach: Marcelo Gallardo
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Platense: form and statistics
In the match before, Platense won 1-0 against Racing by attacking quickly and taking 7 shots, giving up only one significant chance to their opponents. The defense has been essential, especially when playing as an away team. The defense is strong, with an xGA of 1.44 despite them managing an average of just 0.82 goals each game. So far, Mainero is their primary way of scoring with 4 assists.
Platense: Lineup
Sergio Gomez changed their formation in the last match. As it ended in a win, it is expected that they stick to the 4-2-3-1 again. In goal should play Cozzani, supported in its front in the defense by Saborido, Vazquez, Salomon, Silva. The defensive midfield duo should be Herrera and Pico. As the number 10 Martinez should give creativity, with Mainero and Taborda on the wings supporting Lotti.
� Platense starting lineup (4-2-3-1)
Cozzani – Saborido, Vázquez, Salomon, Silva – Herrera, Pico – Martinez, Mainero, Taborda – Lotti
⛔️ Out: Bay, Cervera, Goni, Rodriguez (all injured)
� Head coach: Sergio Gomez
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River Plate vs Platense: head to head statistics
In the past 8 games, River Plate has won 6 and drawn twice against Platense. When these sides meet, River Plate usually wins by a score of 11-4, as Platense has never taken a victory.
History of Head-to-Heads
Apertura Playoff 2025
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Liga Profesional 2024
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Liga Profesional 2023
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Liga Profesional 2022
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River Plate vs Platense: Betting Tips & Odds
- River Plate to win & Over 1.5 Goals : They were unstoppable in every recent match and they are at their strongest at home. This option is offered on the 1xbet bookmaker website for odds of 1.89;
- River Plate Over 1.5 Goals – In the last 10 matches, River scored 1.71 goals per match and Platense has given up 2 or more goals when playing away. This option is offered on the 1xbet bookmaker website for odds of 1.83;
- Both Teams to Score: No - Platense scores under a goal per match and River keeps their clean sheet. This option is offered on the Bet365 bookmaker website for odds of 1.60;
River Plate vs Platense match prediction 21 May 2025
Given that River Plate has better team options, smoother tactics and plays at home, they should comfortably win. At the beginning, Platense might prevent River from taking the ball, but River’s constant pressure will eventually win out.Look forward to a well-planned and polished performance from the hosts.
Our match prediction: River Plate to win & Over 1.5 Goals for a coefficient of 1.71 in the 1xbet bookmaker.
Our betting tip on the match: River Plate Over 1.5 Goals for a coefficient of 1.83 in the 1xbet bookmaker.
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