Overview
- Sebastian Driussi has been ruled out for the remainder of the Club World Cup after suffering an ankle injury in River Plate’s 3-1 win over Urawa Red Diamonds.
- Colombian forward Miguel Borja is set to replace Driussi in River Plate’s attack alongside youngster Franco Mastantuono.
- Monterrey come into the match on the back of a 1-1 draw with Inter Milan and will start former Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos.
- River Plate have lost just one of their last 18 matches, while Monterrey’s defense has picked up eight red cards in its past 11 games.
- A draw would strengthen Monterrey’s chances of reaching the knockout stage, whereas a River Plate victory would guarantee their progression.