After Racing defeat, what River need to reach the Libertadores | OneFootball

The fall in a frenetic match against the "Academy" closed another option for the "Millionaire". The alternatives left for Gallardo's team to qualify for the most important continental tournament. Details.

River's elimination at the hands of Racing puts Marcelo Gallardo's team in jeopardy, as another door has closed for them to enter the next Copa Libertadores and they no longer depend on themselves.

The 3-2 defeat at the Cilindro de Avellaneda eliminated Gallardo's team from the Torneo Clausura and now they must rely on the results of other teams to enter the top continental event.

The paths that can lead River to the Libertadores

With no chance of being champion, River can only enter the 2026 edition if Boca, Argentinos Juniors, or Lanús win the title and free up a spot.

If any of the three mentioned teams win and free up a spot, the "Millionaire" will enter the initial phase of the continental tournament, as they will take the third place (playoff).

In the case of "Granate", the new option opened after winning the Copa Sudamericana against Atlético Mineiro. As champions, they secured their ticket to the 2026 Libertadores and, if they repeat in this Torneo Clausura, their spot will be taken by the next in the annual table. That is, River.

Qualified for the 2026 Copa Libertadores

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