River Plate, Monterrey Draw 0-0 at Club World Cup Rose Bowl

River Plate and Monterrey played to a 0-0 draw at the Rose Bowl in the FIFA Club World Cup Group E, maintaining a tightly contested group. River Plate dominated possession and shot attempts, with 18 attempts and several clear chances missed, but Monterrey goalkeeper Esteban Andrada made crucial saves to keep a clean sheet. The match was physical and intense, featuring 40 fouls, eight yellow cards, and a red card for Kevin Castaño of River Plate in stoppage time. Both teams showed strong defensive resilience, with Monterrey effectively countering River's attacks and exploiting spaces left by their over-committed midfield. With four points each, River Plate and Inter Milan lead the group, while Monterrey holds two points and must win their final game against Urawa Red Diamonds to advance. The passionate support from 57,393 fans contributed to a charged atmosphere, highlighting the importance of the fixture for both sides.