With ‘Pity’ back and top spot at stake, River face tough Tigre under Dabove | OneFootball

This Saturday, starting at 8:00 PM, the Estadio Monumental will be the center of attention in Argentine football. For the fourth round of the Torneo Apertura 2026, River Plate and Tigre will face off in a high-stakes match: both teams arrive with seven points and the ambition to end the day as the sole leaders of their group.

The Millonario's Outlook

After a perfect start, Marcelo Gallardo's team recently dropped their first points after a goalless draw against Rosario Central. Currently in third place, River seeks to regain their dominance at home.

For this match, the "Muñeco" is preparing tactical adjustments. In defense, Matías Viña's return from suspension stands out, which will reorganize the backline with Lautaro Rivero returning to the central position and Paulo Díaz stepping out. In the attack, the significant absence of Sebastián Driussi due to a tear gives Maximiliano Salas a golden opportunity. In goal, although Franco Armani is already in the squad, the young Santiago Beltrán will maintain his starting position, supported by his unbeaten record at the start of his professional career.

The Matador's Current Situation

The team from Victoria, led by Diego Dabove, is in second place due to goal difference. With a strong performance after defeating Racing and Estudiantes de Río Cuarto, Tigre arrives in Núñez aiming to make an impact. Recent history is in their favor: the "Matador" has won two of their last three visits to the Monumental.

Regarding the team's lineup, Dabove can repeat the eleven that defeated the "Academia," as Jabes Saralegui and Joaquín Laso have recovered from their injuries. The only significant absence remains Guillermo Soto. The match will also have a special emotional charge: the return of "Pity" Martínez, who will be honored by the local fans.

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