River Plate is set to make a significant impact at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, representing Argentina in the tournament hosted in the United States from June 15 to July 13. Drawn into Group E, River Plate will face Urawa Red Diamonds (Japan), Monterrey (Mexico), and Inter Milan (Italy) in the group stage.
River Plate’s FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group Stage Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | Time (IST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, June 17 | Urawa Red Diamonds | 3:00 PM | 12:30 AM (June 18) | Lumen Field, Seattle, WA |
| Saturday, June 21 | Monterrey | 9:00 PM | 6:30 AM (June 22) | Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA |
| Wednesday, June 25 | Inter Milan | 9:00 PM | 6:30 AM (June 26) | Lumen Field, Seattle, WA |
River Plate aims to secure a top-two finish in Group E to advance to the Round of 16, which begins on June 28.
Group E Overview
Group E features a diverse set of opponents:
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Urawa Red Diamonds (Japan): A prominent J-League club with a strong record in Asian competitions.
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Monterrey (Mexico): One of Liga MX’s most successful teams, known for their competitive edge in CONCACAF tournaments.
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Inter Milan (Italy): A European powerhouse with a rich history in Serie A and UEFA competitions.
River Plate will need to leverage their tactical discipline and attacking prowess to navigate this challenging group.
River Plate’s 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Squad
River Plate enters the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 with a talented and balanced squad, blending youth prospects and seasoned internationals.
Goalkeepers:
- Goalkeepers: Franco Armani, Ezequiel Centurión, Lucas Lavagnino
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Defenders: Paulo Díaz, Leandro González Pirez, Enzo Díaz, Milton Casco, Andrés Herrera, Sebastián Boselli, David Martínez
- Midfielders: Rodrigo Aliendro, Ignacio Fernández, Nicolás Fonseca, Franco Mastantuono, Matías Kranevitter, Esequiel Barco
- Forwards: Miguel Borja, Pablo Solari, Facundo Colidio, Agustín Ruberto, Gonzalo Martínez, Facundo Mastantuono
Head Coach:
Martín Demichelis
River Plate’s squad reflects a mix of strong domestic performers and South American stars, capable of competing at the highest international level. Several players have experience in Europe or have featured for national teams, making them one of the more formidable teams from South America in the tournament.
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