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Debutants Independiente Rivadavia secure top spot in Copa Libertadores group
- Argentine debutants Independiente Rivadavia have qualified for the Copa Libertadores knockout stage as group winners.
- The modest side remains undefeated with 11 points from five matches, including a historic away win against Fluminense.
- With a six-point lead over their nearest rivals, they have clinched first place in their group with a game to spare.
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Independiente Rivadavia leads Group Stage with 11 points in 5 matches (3 wins, 2 draws, 0 losses, GD +5) ahead of Bolívar (5 points in 5 matches) and Fluminense (5 points in 5 matches). They beat Fluminense 2-1 away on April 16 and secured top spot with a 4-2 win over Deportivo La Guaira on May 21, 2026.