River Plate Shines with Borja and Mastantuono's Breakthrough

River Plate secured a 2-0 victory against San Martin in the Argentine Primera Division Apertura, thanks to second-half goals by Miguel Borja and Franco Mastantuono. Their win propelled River Plate to third in Group B, just ahead of San Lorenzo, while San Martin faced their third consecutive loss.

On Saturday, River Plate triumphed over San Martin with a 2-0 win in the Argentine Primera Division Apertura. The breakthrough came in the second half when Miguel Borja, assisted by Pity Martinez's pass, scored the opening goal by outmaneuvering the defense and goalkeeper.

The victory was cemented just 13 minutes later. Franco Mastantuono scored with precision after receiving a pass from Gonzalo Montiel, condemning a winless San Martin to their third defeat in a row.

This win elevates River Plate to third place in Group B with 15 points, overtaking San Lorenzo, who still have one game to play. River Plate looks forward to hosting Estudiantes next week.

(With inputs from agencies.)