Subiabre picked up a knock, doubt for River's Sudamericana opener | OneFootball

River began with a smile the run of matches that will define its fate in 2026. The emphatic win over Belgrano left a good feeling, but it also raised a concern: Ian Subiabre’s physical condition. The left-footer finished the match with a knock and is doubtful for the Copa Sudamericana opener against Blooming.

A starter in all four matches of the early Coudet era, the youngster from Comodoro Rivadavia earned his place thanks to his ability to make the difference and his growing commitment to helping out in defense and in the attacking press. He also added a goal in the win over Sarmiento, and the idea is for him to become increasingly influential in the opposition box.

“He came off because he had a knock to his calf. At halftime, we thought it was just the knock, but despite his eagerness… we believed he would be able to continue, otherwise I wouldn’t have used up a substitution window,” Chacho admitted at the press conference. The change came five minutes into the second half, with Juan Cruz Meza coming on in his place.

Although no medical tests are planned for now, the coaching staff will monitor Subiabre’s progress day by day to determine what role he will have in the trip to Bolivia. Since this will be only the second of seven matches this month, he could be rested to avoid any risks.

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