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AFA Confirms Matchday 16 Schedule as Torneo Apertura Playoff Race Reaches Final Stage

With one playoff spot left in each zone, simultaneous fixtures from May 2–4 will determine the final standings and matchups.

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Darío Herrera, el juez del clásico en la fecha 16 (AP)
River, ya clasificado a octavos de final, no tiene chances de arrebatarle a Rosario Central el primer lugar del Grupo B
La asociación dio a conocer la definición del torneo Apertura.

Overview

  • The Asociación del Fútbol Argentino has finalized the schedule for Matchday 16, the decisive round of the 2025 Torneo Apertura, set to run from May 2–4.
  • River Plate’s 2-1 Superclásico victory over Boca Juniors on Matchday 15 led to the dismissal of Boca coach Fernando Gago.
  • Racing Club secured its playoff berth with a 2-1 win over Defensa y Justicia, leaving one playoff spot available in each zone.
  • Simultaneous kickoffs have been scheduled to ensure competitive integrity, with key fixtures including Tigre vs. Boca Juniors and River Plate vs. Vélez.
  • The final matchday will complete the playoff bracket, with teams like Estudiantes, Newell’s, Godoy Cruz, and Vélez still vying for the remaining spots.