By Vive Click Editorial Staff February 25, 2026
River Plate is going through decisive hours. With the preseason on the horizon and a squad that needs a mental boost, the leadership headed by Jorge Brito seems to have found the «successor»: Eduardo “Chacho” Coudet. The former club midfielder is one step away from sealing their bond, in a bet that combines historical mystique with an offensive style of play, although not without doubts.
The plus points: Intensity and belonging
Coudet is not a stranger in the corridors of the Monumental. His time as a player left good memories, but it is his profile as a coach what seduces today:
- Offensive flight: His teams are characterized by high pressure and verticality, something that River’s partner demands by tradition.
- International experience: His passages through Brazil, Spain and Mexico give him a touch that Argentine football values today to compete in the Copa Libertadores.
- Group management: He is known for being a born motivator, capable of «washing the face» of beaten teams.
The critical look: Is he the man for this moment?
However, the arrival of «Chacho» does not generate an absolute consensus. Some sectors of the River world raise valid questions:
- The defensive balance: Historically, Coudet teams tend to suffer on the back foot. In a River that has shown fragility deep down, is it prudent to bet on such a risky manager?
- Managing limit moments: Chacho is questioned for not having been able to deliver the «knockout blow» in decisive international tournaments, a pending account that is paid dearly in Núñez.
- Wear: His style of “madness and passion” usually has a short expiration date. Is it a long-term project or an immediate impact patch?
Key Data: The negotiations would be 80% advanced. Only details would remain regarding the formation of the coaching staff and the budget for reinforcements in the winter market.
The fan’s verdict
While memes and illusion mix on social networks, the reality is that River needs results yesterday. Coudet represents a back to the sources of flashy football, but also a high-risk bet in a political and sporting climate where the margin of error is practically zero.
The ball is now in “Chacho’s” court. If he can tame the intensity he preaches and apply it to a River in need of order, the marriage could be a success. If not, the leadership will have spent one of its last silver bullets.
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