Red card proves disastrous as River Plate exits Club World Cup

According to FIFA’s official website, Inter Milan secured their spot in the round of 16 of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup after defeating River Plate 2-0 at Lumen Field, Seattle.

The match changed dramatically when Lucas Martinez Quarta received a red card in the 66th minute — forcing River Plate to play with 10 men. Francesco Pio Esposito capitalized on the numerical advantage by scoring the opener six minutes later.

I Nerazzurri dominated with 54 percent possession and registered 16 shots on goal. Alessandro Bastoni sealed the victory with a goal in the closing stages of the match.

River Plate, who only managed 10 attempts with two shots on target — had to bury their dreams of advancing to the knockout phase of this competition.