River Plate defeated San Martín and took the lead in Group B of the Liga Profesional Clausura 2025

River Plate secured a crucial 2-0 home win over San Martín, with Santiago Lencina and Maximiliano Salas decisive in maintaining Marcelo Gallardo’s team at the top of Group B.

River Plate Take the Lead With Efficiency

Despite a lackluster performance overall, River Plate capitalized on their few clear opportunities. Lencina opened the scoring in the 17th minute after a smart assist from Ian Subiabre. Just four minutes later, Salas doubled the advantage, finishing a play set up by Milton Casco.

With only two real chances created across the match, Gallardo’s men were clinical enough to walk away with three valuable points. River Plate now lead Group B with 15 points after seven rounds.

San Martín Struggle to Find Form

San Martín, meanwhile, remain stuck in mid-table with 8 points from 7 games. The club sits in eighth place and continues to struggle for consistency in the Clausura, far from the form needed to challenge for the top spots.

Break for FIFA Date Gives Both Teams Time

With the September FIFA break, both clubs will have a brief pause to regroup before returning to action. Gallardo will look to refine his squad’s play, as River aim to keep their grip on first place in the competition.

Next Match: Estudiantes vs. River Plate

River Plate return to the field on Sunday, September 14, when they face Estudiantes in La Plata for the 8th round of the Liga Profesional Clausura 2025. The match kicks off at 10:00 a.m. (Brasília time) at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata.

Victory will be essential for Los Millonarios to maintain control of Group B without depending on rival results.