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River Plate Fixtures for 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

The Club World Cup is a major priority for River Plate and they will face a stern test from their group-stage opponents.

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Argentine side River Plate are entering the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup with renewed ambition and momentum. Since the return of legendary coach Marcelo Gallardo in August 2024, the Argentine giants have found their rhythm again. The team is now beginning to resemble the formidable side that dominated South American football during his first reign from 2014 to 2022.

Gallardo’s second stint has seen a some strategic reinforcements. Club icons Sebastian Driussi and German Pezzella have returned, while key signings like Maximiliano Meza and Kevin Castaño have added quality and depth. Perhaps most exciting is the emergence of teenage sensation Franco Mastantuono, tipped to be River’s next big thing.

Now, with a blend of experience and youthful flair, River Plate have set their sights on the upcoming global challenge. The Club World Cup is a major priority for them and they will face a stern test from their group-stage opponents Urawa Red Diamonds (Japan), CF Monterrey (Mexico), and Inter Milan (Italy).

🎥 De Buenos Aires a Seattle, River en modo @FIFACWC 🌎⚽️#FIFACWC | #RiverMundial 🤍❤️🤍 pic.twitter.com/IjhuHxuibc
— River Plate (@RiverPlate) June 12, 2025

River Plate 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Full Match Schedule

Match	Venue	Date	Time (ET)	TV Channels
River Plate vs Urawa Red Diamonds	Lumen Field Stadium, Seattle	Tuesday, June 17	3:00 PM	TelevisaUnivision
River Plate vs CF Monterrey	Rose Bowl Stadium, Los Angeles	Saturday, June 21	9:00 PM	TelevisaUnivision
River Plate vs Inter Milan	Lumen Field Stadium, Seattle	Wednesday, June 25	9:00 PM	TelevisaUnivision

1. River Plate vs Urawa Red Diamonds

River Plate will open their Club World Cup campaign against Japanese side Urawa Red Diamonds on Tuesday, June 17. Urawa enters the tournament with inconsistent domestic form as they have won just two of their last seven matches. However, they remain a tactically disciplined outfit. Key names like Ryoma Watanabe, Matheus Savio, and Danilo Boza bring both flair and structure to their game. For River, this match offers a valuable opportunity to start strong. With Gallardo’s possession-based system, River Plate will aim to dominate proceedings and lay down a marker for the rest of the group phase.

2. River Plate vs CF Monterrey

The second group fixture will see River Plate clash with CF Monterrey on Saturday, June 21. Monterrey, one of the most successful clubs in Mexican football, are known for their high-energy play. They bring a well-balanced squad with a strong attacking threat. With experienced campaigners like Pezzella and Meza, the Argentine side has enough firepower to get the better of Monterrey.

3. River Plate vs Inter Milan

The final and most high-profile group stage fixture for River Plate is against Inter Milan on Wednesday, June 25. Despite a turbulent 2024–25 season capped by a heavy Champions League final loss, the Nerazzurri remain a serious threat. This clash could be crucial in determing which side tops the group. A strong showing against Inter would not only boost morale but also signal River Plate’s readiness to compete with the best on the global stage.

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