Overview

• Rodrigo Castillo, 24, scored in stoppage time to seal a 1-1 draw at La Fortaleza, preserving a point for Lanús.
• Marcelo Gallardo showed visible frustration on the touchline, including a demonstrative gesture toward assistant Matías Biscay, then canceled his post-match news conference.
• Despite the setback, River remains atop Zone B of the Torneo Clausura, but the team has four draws in its last five matches and a high draw rate in Gallardo’s second spell.
• Gallardo rotated his lineup to preserve key players for Unión in the Copa Argentina round of 16 in Mendoza, with reports indicating Maximiliano Salas is recovered and slated to start.
• An Instagram post by Castillo’s partner praising River and belittling Lanús drew heavy criticism from Granate supporters and caused discomfort within the club.