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River Plate fans were shocked to see the 26-foot-tall statue of club legend Marcelo Gallardo be even more exaggerated in one particular area.

The league Superclasico between River Plate and Boca Juniors saw late drama as seven red cards were brandished as a result of a mass brawl.

Marcelo Gallardo is a rare example of a coach who stayed with a club for a long time. Can his success at River Plate now lead to Europe?

The Brazilian sides have been the main force in the Copa Libertadores in recent years, so can a upstart club from anywhere else make a run?

Former Argentina defender Martín Demichelis said on Monday he will take over from Marcelo Gallardo as coach of River Plate.

The last matchday in Argentina's league could make for some curious alliances among ancient rivals.

Marcelo Gallardo will leave River Plate when his contract ends in December after more than eight years at the club.

Five Brazilian teams are left to fight for the Copa Libertadores title, along with three Argentines -- but River and Boca are not among them.

South America's biggest showcase is back in action as traditional clubs battle to reach the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals.

The six Brazilian teams have managed to avoid each other as the Copa Libertadores moves into the knockout stage this week.

Weeks ahead of his move to Manchester City, River Plate forward Julian Alvarez scored six goals in a 8-1 win over Alianza Lima.

As the Copa Libertadores group stage reaches it halfway point, the Brazilian sides are once again dominating the competition.

Two weeks out from the Copa Libertadores group stage, Boca Juniors have proved that they have a template to beat South America's best.

Boca Juniors and River Plate remain Argentina's marquee clubs but can either side challenge Brazilian clubs' recent Copa Libertadores dominance?

New York City FC has rejected an offer for Valentin Castellanos from Argentine giants River Plate, a source close to the club confirmed to ESPN.

Atlanta United FC has loaned midfielder Ezequiel Barco to River Plate in Argentina's top flight for the 2022 season.

Manchester City have completed the signing of Julian Alvarez from River Plate on a five-and-a-half year deal.

River Plate are closing in on acquiring Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco on loan, sources have confirmed to ESPN.

Manchester City are close to sealing a deal for River Plate forward Julian Alvarez, sources have told ESPN.

River Plate is instensifying its interest in signing New York City FC forward Valentin Castellanos, sources have told ESPN.

River Plate's Julian Alvarez and Flamengo's Gabriel Barbosa are two of the top South American prospects being eyed by European clubs.

River Plate beat Racing 4-0 on Thursday to win the Argentine first division with three games to spare.

Marcelo Gallardo won the league with River six times as a player but hasn't done it as a manager in seven years. This year, that could change.

After 18 months, fans finally return to club football in Argentina this weekend, just as Buenos Aires rivals River Plate and Boca Juniors clash.

Barcelona continue to seek alternatives to replace Ronald Koeman with former Juventus coach Andrea Pirlo and River Plate manager Marcelo Gallardo.
Argentine LPF Standings
# | TEAM | GP | GD | PTS |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | River Plate | 17 | +20 | 40 |
2 | San Lorenzo | 18 | +12 | 35 |
3 | Talleres (Córd.. | 18 | +15 | 34 |
4 | Estudiantes de.. | 17 | +6 | 31 |
5 | Defensa y Just.. | 18 | +11 | 30 |
6 | Rosario Centra.. | 17 | +5 | 30 |
7 | Lanús | 17 | +8 | 29 |
8 | Belgrano (Córd.. | 18 | 0 | 28 |
9 | Boca Juniors | 18 | +6 | 27 |
10 | Newell's Old B.. | 18 | +1 | 26 |
11 | Godoy Cruz Ant.. | 18 | 0 | 26 |
12 | Sarmiento (Jun.. | 18 | +3 | 24 |
13 | Argentinos Jun.. | 18 | +4 | 23 |
14 | Platense | 18 | -3 | 23 |
15 | Tigre | 18 | -2 | 22 |
16 | Barracas Centr.. | 18 | -4 | 22 |
17 | Gimnasia La Pl.. | 18 | -9 | 22 |
18 | Instituto (Cór.. | 17 | -7 | 20 |
19 | Racing Club | 17 | -7 | 19 |
20 | Central Córdob.. | 17 | -7 | 19 |
21 | Colón (Santa F.. | 17 | -3 | 18 |
22 | Independiente | 18 | -4 | 18 |
23 | Huracán | 17 | -5 | 18 |
24 | Atlético Tucum.. | 18 | -6 | 18 |
25 | Vélez Sarsfiel.. | 16 | +1 | 17 |
26 | Banfield | 17 | -10 | 15 |
27 | Arsenal Sarand.. | 18 | -12 | 14 |
28 | Unión (Santa F.. | 16 | -13 | 12 |
Team Leaders
Top Scorers
# | Player | Goals | M | A |
---|---|---|---|---|
18 | Lucas Beltran | 5 | 16 | 1 |
10 | Ignacio Fernán.. | 4 | 30 | 1 |
21 | Ezequiel Barco | 4 | 17 | 2 |
Top Assists
# | Player | Assists | M | G |
---|---|---|---|---|
20 | Milton Casco | 4 | 16 | 0 |
36 | Pablo Solari | 3 | 12 | 2 |
21 | Ezequiel Barco | 2 | 17 | 4 |