River Plate Makes History: 100 Sold Outs and Gallardo’s Farewel

The Mâs Monumental delivered another record-breaking night. River Plate reached 100 consecutive sold-out matches and bid farewell to Marcelo Gallardo with a victory and a standing ovation that reflected the club’s remarkable institutional strength.

River Plate Reach 100 Consecutive Sold Outs in Gallardo Farewell

River Plate experienced a historic night at the Mâs Monumental during their clash against Banfield in Matchday 7 of the Torneo Apertura. The 3-1 victory not only marked the end of Marcelo Gallardo’s second spell as head coach, but also sealed an unprecedented milestone: 100 consecutive sold-out matches.

With a capacity of 85,018 spectators, the stadium was once again packed to the brim in an emotionally charged evening. The ovation for Gallardo — the most decorated coach in the club’s history — symbolized the end of an era defined by trophies, identity, and lasting impact. Beyond the scoreline, however, the attendance record stood out as the night’s defining achievement.

A Stadium Leading the World

The Mâs Monumental is not only South America’s largest stadium but, according to the 2025 international attendance rankings, it boasts the highest average attendance in the world: 85,018 fans per match. River surpassed global powerhouses such as Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.

The club has also announced a major expansion and full roofing project, including the construction of a new 360° upper tier that will increase capacity to 101,000 seats within approximately 36 months. Once completed, it will become the second-largest club stadium in the world while also expanding access for members.

A Model Beyond Football

With 352,712 registered members, River tops Argentina’s membership rankings and stands as the third-largest club globally in terms of membership base, behind Bayern Munich and Benfica.

The night against Banfield represented far more than a sporting farewell. It confirmed the consolidation of an institutional model built on identity, strategic planning, and global projection. River Plate are not just filling their