River Plate’s badge is a white shield with a thin black outline, cut by a bold red diagonal band running from the top right to the bottom left, and a central white disc edged in black that contains the interlocking black initials “C A R P”. The red sash directly mirrors the famous diagonal stripe on River’s home shirts, so the crest feels like a condensed version of the kit rather than a separate coat of arms. The circular monogram spells out Club Atlético River Plate, arranged in a compact, almost art-deco style that has survived multiple graphic refinements. Together, sash and initials create one of South America’s most instantly recognisable club emblems.

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About River Plate — River Plate is a professional football club from Argentina competing in the Liga Profesional. This page provides the primary crest and social media icon (SVG & PNG) with transparent backgrounds for editorial/reference use. For official brand rules, consult the club’s official site. River Plate crest and related marks are trademarks of their respective owners; high‑quality logo files are provided above on this page.