2011–12 Club Atlético River Plate season

The 2011-12 season was River Plate's first season in the Primera B Nacional, following relegation from the Primera División in 2011. It was Matías Almeyda's first season in charge at the club.

Season review
See also 2011–12 Primera B Nacional

On 19 December 2011, David Trezeguet joined River Plate on a three-year deal after terminating his contract on 21 November 2011 with Baniyas of the UAE Pro-League.

On loan
(at Fluminense) (at Banfield) (at All Boys)

(at Atlético Tucumán) (at Tigre)

Appearances and goals

 * colspan="14"|Players who appeared for River Plate no longer at the club:
 * colspan="14"|Players who appeared for River Plate no longer at the club:


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Team kit
These are the 2011–12 River Plate kits.