Club Atlético River Plate will face Urawa Red Diamonds (Urawa Reds) in a Group E fixture of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group Stage today, Tuesday, June 17th, 2025. This highly anticipated match is being held at the Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington, United States. Kick-off is at 3:00 PM ET (12:00 PM PT local time in the US). For viewers in Kochi, Kerala, India, this translates to **12:30 AM IST on Wednesday, June 18th, 2025**.
Recent Form (Last 5 Competitive Matches)
River Plate: D-L-W-W-W (Overall: 3 Wins, 1 Draw, 1 Loss)
Urawa Reds: W-D-L-D-W (Overall: 2 Wins, 2 Draws, 1 Loss)
Head-to-Head (All-Time)
This will be the **first-ever competitive meeting** between River Plate and Urawa Red Diamonds. Their paths have not crossed in official competitions previously.
Team News
River Plate: The Argentine giants are one of the most successful clubs in South American history and will be looking to make a strong impact in the Club World Cup. Coach Marcelo Gallardo is back in charge and will rely on experienced players like Franco Armani and Enzo Pérez, along with emerging talent like 17-year-old Franco Mastantuono, who is set to join Real Madrid after the tournament. Agustín Ruberto is a minor fitness concern.
Urawa Reds: The three-time AFC Champions League winners enter the tournament as Asian representatives. They are currently in the midst of their J1 League season. Urawa will focus on their defensive discipline and look for opportunities on the counter. Key players include goalkeeper Shusaku Nishikawa and Swedish midfielder Samuel Gustafson. They head into the match with a fully fit squad.
Predicted Lineups
River Plate (4-3-3): Armani; Bustos, Pezzella, Martínez Quarta, Acuña; I. Fernández, Enzo Pérez, Castaño; Mastantuono, Driussi, Colidio.
Urawa Reds (4-2-3-1): Nishikawa; Ishihara, Danilo Boza, Høibråten, Ogiwara; Yasui, Gustafson; Sekine, Watanabe, Savio; Matsuo.
Match Facts
- This is a Group E match of the inaugural expanded FIFA Club World Cup 2025.
- River Plate qualified as a CONMEBOL ranking pathway representative.
- Urawa Red Diamonds qualified as the 2022 AFC Champions League winner.
- Group E also includes Italian giants Inter Milan and Mexican club Monterrey, making it a challenging group.
- The Lumen Field in Seattle is a key venue for this global tournament.
Score Prediction
River Plate will be the favorites in this encounter, with their rich history and talented squad. They are expected to dominate possession and push for goals. Urawa Reds, while being underdogs, are known for their resilience and ability to defend compactly. They will aim to frustrate River Plate and exploit any counter-attacking chances. Ultimately, River Plate’s quality should shine through. Prediction: River Plate 2-0 Urawa Reds.
Where to Watch
The match starts at 12:30 AM IST on Wednesday, June 18th, 2025 (late Tuesday night in the US). Here’s where you can watch:
- In the United Kingdom: DAZN (and DAZN website/app).
- In the United States: TNT (check local listings for specific channel/streaming).
- In India: The match will be live-streamed on the **DAZN website**. It is **not expected to be telecast on traditional TV channels** in India.
- Check your local listings for other broadcasters globally.
Free Ways to Watch
Some platforms, like DAZN in certain regions, may be offering free streaming of the Club World Cup. Always ensure you are using legal and reliable sources for streaming to enjoy the highest quality and support the sport.
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