River Plate and Banfield square off at the stadium at 11:30 PM Feb 26, 2026, with momentum, pride, and points at stake in the Primera Division – Apertura.

River Plate are under pressure to rediscover form after a difficult run. Banfield have been relatively steady, taking 2 victories in recent outings.

Historically, River Plate hold the edge with 6 wins to Banfield's 2 in 10 meetings. 2 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw River Plate edged it 3-1.

This one promises fireworks — expect full intensity from both sides as the season enters a crucial stretch.