Palmeiras v River Plate: Gallardo expects a tight clash in the Libertadores | OneFootball

Palmeiras and River Plate promise another intense chapter of the Brazil x Argentina rivalry in the Copa Libertadores of America. The Argentine team's coach, Marcelo Gallardo, champion of the King's Cup in 2015 and 2018 and finalist in 2019, predicts a “hard-fought” match against an opponent with the highest payroll in the Americas, according to the specialized site Transfermarkt.

Performance against Brazilians

His players were the ones who came closest to defeating Brazilian teams in the Libertadores, who dominated the tournament having won seven of the last ten editions.

“When two teams like River Plate and Palmeiras face each other, they also think about our potential. It's important to play very intelligently,” said ‘El Muñeco’.

Signing of Maxi Salas

River Plate had difficulties throughout the year to get a reliable forward, a problem that seems to have been solved with the signing of Maxi Salas, who will make his debut in the King's Cup against Verdão.

“They defend very well and are a physically strong team. They don't need much volume to score goals. They are a direct team, which can create danger with their forwards,” warned Gallardo.

Decision in Brazil

The return match will be played on next Wednesday, in Brazil. Whoever advances will face the winner of the clash between São Paulo and LDU in the semifinals.

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