Racing's head coach Gustavo Costas was self-critical following the team's 2-1 defeat to Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata in the first round of the Apertura tournament. He acknowledged that "we have to improve and recover quickly." Costas also commented on the possible departure of defender Marcos Rojo, who is reportedly close to joining Estudiantes de La Plata, stating he would not stand in the player's way. The match against Gimnasia marked the debut of Racing's new signings, offensive midfielder Matko Miljevic and winger Valentín Carboni. Costas praised Miljevic's performance but noted that Carboni found it difficult.
