River Plate returned to winning ways with a narrow 1-0 victory over Instituto de Córdoba on January 30, 2025. The Millonario secured a hard-fought three points at the Estadio Monumental, overcoming a stubborn Instituto side that had been in good form. The match was decided by a single goal, likely from a moment of individual quality or a set-piece, as River Plate's attack finally broke through a disciplined defense. The win was crucial for River Plate to keep pace at the top of the Argentine Division 1 table. For Instituto, the narrow defeat at the Monumental was a respectable result, though they will have been disappointed not to hold on for a point.