The Liga Profesional Argentina offers an exciting match-up on 12.09.2026 as River Plate clashes with Atletico Tucuman. River Plate, slightly ahead in the predictions, must not underestimate Atletico Tucuman’s ability to surprise. Our detailed preview covers all angles, from strategic analysis to player impact. Ensure to read our prediction to make an informed bet.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apertura - Group B | |||||||
| 1 | Independ. Rivadavia | 16 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 29/15 | 34 |
| 2 | River Plate | 16 | 9 | 2 | 5 | 22/12 | 29 |
| 3 | Argentinos JRS | 16 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 17/13 | 29 |
| 4 | Rosario Central | 16 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 20/16 | 28 |
| 5 | Belgrano Cordoba | 16 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 17/13 | 26 |
| 6 | Gimnasia L.P. | 16 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 19/19 | 26 |
| 7 | Huracan | 16 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 17/13 | 22 |
| 8 | Racing Club | 16 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 17/15 | 21 |
| 9 | Barracas Central | 16 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 15/15 | 21 |
| 10 | Tigre | 16 | 4 | 8 | 4 | 18/15 | 20 |
| 11 | Sarmiento Junin | 16 | 6 | 1 | 9 | 13/20 | 19 |
| 12 | Banfield | 16 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 17/19 | 18 |
| 13 | Atletico Tucuman | 16 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 15/20 | 14 |
| 14 | Aldosivi | 16 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 6/19 | 8 |
| 15 | Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto | 16 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 5/24 | 5 |
| Clausura - Group B | |||||||
| 1 | Argentinos JRS | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 12/7 | 16 |
| 2 | Sarmiento Junin | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 15/12 | 15 |
| 3 | Gimnasia L.P. | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 12/12 | 15 |
| 4 | Atletico Tucuman | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 6/3 | 13 |
| 5 | Belgrano Cordoba | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 8/5 | 12 |
| 6 | Tigre | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 7/5 | 12 |
| 7 | Rosario Central | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 9/8 | 12 |
| 8 | Independ. Rivadavia | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 9/10 | 11 |
| 9 | River Plate | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 10/9 | 10 |
| 10 | Huracan | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 6/6 | 10 |
| 11 | Barracas Central | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 4/5 | 10 |
| 12 | Banfield | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 8/13 | 7 |
| 13 | Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto | 8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 3/9 | 6 |
| 14 | Aldosivi | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 8/12 | 5 |
| 15 | Racing Club | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 7/13 | 5 |
Key Player Statistics: Atletico Tucuman vs River Plate
Atletico Tucuman vs River Plate Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liga Profesional Argentina | River Plate | Atletico Tucuman | 04.05.2026 | 0-1 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Atletico Tucuman | River Plate | 21.09.2025 | 2-0 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | River Plate | Atletico Tucuman | 10.03.2025 | 1-0 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | River Plate | Atletico Tucuman | 14.09.2024 | 4-1 |
| Copa de la Liga Profesional | Atletico Tucuman | River Plate | 15.02.2024 | 0-0 |
| Copa de la Liga Profesional | River Plate | Atletico Tucuman | 22.09.2023 | 1-0 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Atletico Tucuman | River Plate | 29.04.2023 | 1-1 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | River Plate | Atletico Tucuman | 12.06.2022 | 0-0 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | River Plate | Atletico Tucuman | 25.04.2022 | 1-1 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Atletico Tucuman | River Plate | 12.12.2021 | 1-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Racing Club | Atletico Tucuman | 07.09.2026 | 0-1 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Atletico Tucuman | Belgrano Cordoba | 30.08.2026 | 0-0 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Atletico Tucuman | Instituto Cordoba | 22.08.2026 | 0-0 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto | Atletico Tucuman | 17.08.2026 | 0-1 |
| Copa Argentina | Atletico Tucuman | Independiente | 13.08.2026 | 4-0 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Atletico Tucuman | Sarmiento Junin | 08.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Huracan | Atletico Tucuman | 04.08.2026 | 0-0 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Central Cordoba de Santiago | Atletico Tucuman | 31.07.2026 | 0-2 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Atletico Tucuman | Independ. Rivadavia | 26.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| Copa Argentina | Talleres Cordoba | Atletico Tucuman | 20.05.2026 | 0-3 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liga Profesional Argentina | River Plate | Independ. Rivadavia | 07.09.2026 | 3-1 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Banfield | River Plate | 30.08.2026 | 2-3 |
| CONMEBOL Sudamericana | River Plate | Santa Fe | 27.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | River Plate | Velez Sarsfield | 24.08.2026 | 2-2 |
| CONMEBOL Sudamericana | Santa Fe | River Plate | 20.08.2026 | 0-0 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | River Plate | Argentinos JRS | 17.08.2026 | 2-0 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Tigre | River Plate | 08.08.2026 | 1-0 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | River Plate | Rosario Central | 03.08.2026 | 0-1 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | Gimnasia L.P. | River Plate | 30.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | River Plate | Barracas Central | 26.07.2026 | 0-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Atletico Tucuman VS River Plate
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Atletico Tucuman vs River Plate
Bookies' predictions
Atletico Tucuman
Betting Intelligence: Atletico Tucuman vs River Plate
Something is brewing in Tucumán, and River Plate fans should be paying very close attention.
Atlético Tucumán host the Buenos Aires giants this weekend in what looks, on paper, like a straightforward River win. Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about this one.
Here's what you need to watch for: Tucumán sit 8th in the Liga Profesional with 10 points from 7 games. River, despite their status and resources, have managed just 7 points from the same number of matches. The gap is real. The form is real.
And it gets more interesting when you look at the head-to-head. Tucumán beat River 2-0 at home in September 2025. Then they went to the Monumental in May 2026 and won 1-0. That's back-to-back victories against one of Argentina's biggest clubs. This isn't a coincidence. This is a team that knows exactly how to hurt River.
Here's the surprising stat casual fans are missing: River have conceded 8 goals in just 7 league games this season. That's a defence leaking nearly a goal and a quarter per game. Tucumán, meanwhile, have let in just 2. Two. The contrast is staggering and almost nobody is talking about it.
L. Díaz has 7 goals in 18 appearances for the hosts this season. He is clinical, dangerous, and about to face a backline that cannot keep clean sheets. On the other side, S. Driussi carries River's attacking threat with 6 goals, but he'll face a Tucumán defence that has been genuinely miserly this campaign.
Tactically, expect Tucumán to sit compact and hit River on the counter. They've done it before against these exact opponents. River's F. Vera is also worth monitoring — already on 4 yellows and a red this season, he could be a liability if the game gets physical and Tucumán press that vulnerability.
The bookmakers have River at 2.05 and Tucumán at 4.00. I see clear value in the home side here. A Tucumán win or the draw at 2.80 both look genuinely appealing given the evidence in front of us.
My prediction: Atlético Tucumán 1-0 River Plate. Díaz to score. Under 2.5 goals looks strong. And watch for Vera to pick up a booking before the hour mark.
The province of Tucumán has been quietly building something special. Saturday night, they get the chance to prove it once again.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Infante | Argentina | 30 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| R. Tesuri | Argentina | 30 | Midfielder | 166 | 60 |
| G. Suso | Argentina | 35 | Defender | 190 | 82 |
| L. Díaz | Argentina | 34 | Attacker | 182 | 80 |
| M. Benítez | Argentina | 32 | Midfielder | 173 | 72 |
| L. Di Plácido | Argentina | 32 | Defender | 176 | 72 |
| L. Ingolotti | Argentina | 26 | Goalkeeper | 184 | 74 |
| T. Durso | Argentina | 27 | Goalkeeper | 185 | 80 |
| G. Compagnucci | Argentina | 35 | Defender | 178 | 74 |
| J. Rodríguez | Argentina | 32 | Defender | 188 | 80 |
| G. Ferrari | Argentina | 29 | Defender | 181 | 76 |
| E. Ham | Argentina | 32 | Midfielder | 173 | 70 |
| J. Fernández | Argentina | 31 | Midfielder | 180 | 78 |
| A. Canelo | Argentina | 34 | Attacker | 182 | 70 |
| J. Dominguez | Paraguay | 26 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| R. Ruíz Rodríguez | Argentina | 26 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| M. Villa | Uruguay | 29 | Defender | 183 | 76 |
| N. Laméndola | Argentina | 27 | Attacker | 178 | 69 |
| E. Godoy | Argentina | 22 | Midfielder | 172 | 69 |
| I. Galván | Argentina | 24 | Defender | 177 | 65 |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Á. Correa | Argentina | 31 | Midfielder | 173 | 68 |
| F. Colidio | Argentina | 26 | Midfielder | 182 | 68 |
| N. Otamendi | Argentina | 38 | Defender | 183 | 80 |
| S. Driussi | Argentina | 30 | Attacker | 179 | 80 |
| M. Acuña | Argentina | 34 | Defender | 172 | 76 |
| F. Armani | Argentina | 39 | Goalkeeper | 189 | 88 |
| G. Montiel | Argentina | 29 | Defender | 175 | 68 |
| G. Pezzella | Argentina | 35 | Defender | 187 | 82 |
| P. Díaz | Chile | 32 | Defender | 178 | 76 |
| G. González | Uruguay | 31 | Defender | 173 | 73 |
| E. Centurión | Argentina | 29 | Goalkeeper | 183 | 77 |
| L. Martínez | Argentina | 30 | Defender | 183 | 76 |
| J. Quintero | Colombia | 33 | Midfielder | 168 | 63 |
| L. Beltrán | Argentina | 25 | Attacker | 174 | 75 |
| R. Borré | Colombia | 31 | Attacker | 174 | 70 |
| F. Ortega | Argentina | 27 | Defender | 178 | 75 |
| T. Almada | Argentina | 25 | Midfielder | 171 | 63 |
| F. Bustos | Argentina | 30 | Defender | 168 | 70 |
| A. Moreno | Argentina | 27 | Midfielder | 178 | 74 |
| G. Galoppo | Argentina | 27 | Midfielder | 180 | 78 |
Atletico Tucuman vs River Plate match odds
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