How to watch Nacional vs CA Peñarol TODAY; Serie Rio de la Plata broadcast

The Nacional vs Peñarol match will be available on GolTV Play, Fanatiz, Fubo Sports, and GolTV on Monday, January 20, at 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT. From the Estadio Centenario, Nacional, led by Javier Gandolfi, will seek redemption after recent setbacks, while Diego Aguirre aims to solidify Penarol as the team to beat. Learn about both teams’ form, key players, and what’s at stake in this classic rivalry.

How Is Nacional Performing?

Nacional has displayed inconsistency in recent matches. In their most recent friendly, they lost 2-0 to Olimpia, struggling to create opportunities and revealing defensive issues. Earlier, they suffered a 1-0 defeat to San Lorenzo, where they lacked sharpness in crucial moments. In the Copa Nacional, they drew against Defensor Sporting but were ultimately eliminated in a penalty shootout, a game marked by their resilience.

Under Javier Gandolfi’s guidance, Nacional has shown greater stability in the local league, securing significant wins like 3-1 against Boston River and 5-2 over Deportivo Maldonado. These results highlight their ability to capitalize on opponents’ mistakes, although their lack of consistency raises questions ahead of this crucial encounter.

Recent Nacional Matches:

January 17: Nacional 0-2 Olimpia (Friendly)
January 13: Nacional 0-1 San Lorenzo (Friendly)
December 6: Nacional 0-0 Defensor Sporting (Copa Nacional, lost on penalties)
December 1: Nacional 3-1 Boston River (Primera Division)
November 16: Nacional 5-2 Deportivo Maldonado (Primera Division)

How Is Penarol Performing?

Penarol comes into this classic following a 1-1 draw against Colo Colo in a friendly match. Despite flashes of good football, they failed to capitalize on their chances. Previously, they suffered a 1-0 defeat to San Lorenzo, struggling to break down the opponent’s robust defense. However, they have excelled in the league, with victories such as 5-1 over Progreso and 2-0 against Liverpool Montevideo.

Led by Diego Aguirre, Penarol has demonstrated offensive efficiency, especially in key matches. Nonetheless, they have experienced setbacks in international competitions, such as a heavy defeat to Botafogo in the Copa Libertadores.