River Plate are looking to secure their first win in the Torneo Clausura, with Eduardo Coudet's team eager to get their campaign off to a strong start. The match against Argentinos Juniors will be a crucial test of their abilities, with both teams vying for a spot in the top half of the table.
In addition to the match between River Plate and Argentinos Juniors, several other clubs will play friendly matches as part of their preparation for the next season. Meanwhile, in England, Arsenal and Manchester City will face off in the Community Shield, while in France, PSG will take on Lens in the Trofeo de los Campeones.
The first matches of La Liga de España will take place on this day, as well as the first matches of the Primera Nacional, Primera B Metropolitana, and Primera C Metropolitana. Always Ready will face Real Potosí in the Primera División, Nacional Potosí will face ABB in the Primera División, and Independiente Petrolero will face Gualberto Villarroel SJ in the Primera División.
In South America, several teams will be in action, including Chapecoense, who will face Bahia in the Brasileirao, and Atlético Mineiro, who will face Grêmio in the Brasileirao. The match between River Plate and Argentinos Juniors will be broadcast live on ESPN Premium, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00 on Sunday, 16 August.