Gallardo may keep back three and same XI for Palmeiras clash | OneFootball

Marcelo Gallardo left La Plata with several positive conclusions, not only because of the result but also because of how the team "stood up" in a complex scenario like UNO. And the reason, in part, is justified by the innovative line of three defenders that gave defensive solidity and a base on which to build their football against Estudiantes. Will it be repeated on Wednesday against Palmeiras?

Around the River Camp, there was a general feeling of satisfaction with the performance in the 2-1 win that strongly suggests the possibility that the tactical system, used only occasionally by the Doll, will remain at the Monumental.

Gallardo himself showed his satisfaction at the press conference and left the door open, assuring that he felt "fully represented", that the formula could be the same in the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. "I liked the team's proposal, how it stood on a field always difficult for us a few days before playing an important match. It's what we needed to face this week," said the Doll after the match.

The names that will jump onto the field do not admit many questions. In relation to those who played with Estudiantes, there would only be two changes: Kevin Castaño for the suspended Giuliano Galoppo and Gonzalo Montiel, who rested after the FIFA date, for Fabricio Bustos. But now, the doubts are focused on the scheme.

The changes expected in River to receive Palmeiras are position by position, so there is a concrete chance that the line of three defenders will be present. Juan Portillo played his best game since he arrived at the club in the libero role, Lautaro Rivero confirmed his great moment and perhaps the only uncertainty of the central defenders is Lucas Martínez Quarta, who was inexplicably sent off. Paulo Díaz is lurking and should not be ruled out.

Although it is true that the scheme was only in practice for 40 minutes, as the red card of the defender forced the Millonario to tactically reorganize with one less man, until that moment he dominated Estudiantes with aplomb on their field and took a two-goal advantage. The Doll's chalkboard will play a key role against the 'bogeyman' of the Cup.

The probable formation of River to face Palmeiras Franco Armani; Lucas Martínez Quarta, Juan Carlos Portillo, Lautaro Rivero; Gonzalo Montiel, Kevin Castaño, Enzo Pérez, Ignacio Fernández, Marcos Acuña; Maximiliano Salas and Sebastián Driussi.

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